Magripa (en. To grip)

ma-gripa

Synonyms

To show off or to be boastful to others.

He used to be quiet, but now it seems like he's showing off his new billiard winnings.

Dati siyang tahimik, pero ngayon parang nagmagripa na siya sa mga bagong pagka-bilard na napanalunan niya.

To be hard-headed or to persist in bad behavior.

He's had 20 shots already, but he's still not giving up, as if it doesn't matter.

Naka-20 shots na siya, pero hindi pa rin nagmamagripa, parang wala lang.

To attract attention or to get into a fight with others.

Don't use a minor conversation as a reason to confront someone.

Huwag mong gawing dahilan ang maliit na usapan para magmagripa ka sa tao.