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Discover LudwigThe phrase "as a vanity" is correct and usable in written English
It can be used to describe something that is done for the sake of appearance or self-importance rather than for practical reasons. Example: "He bought the expensive car as a vanity, wanting to impress his friends rather than for its performance."
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It doesn't even score points as a vanity purchase.
The original Grey Gardens began as a vanity project.
He dismissed that tactic as "a vanity event for juniors".
Some Anons viewed the P.L.F. as a vanity project and Doyon as a laughingstock.
"They were originally launched as a vanity shoe – you could walk and help tone your legs.
Many see fat as a vanity issue, not a health issue," he said.
I can understand that only as a vanity play to make them feel good about themselves..
Some Labour MPs made the mistake of referring to free schools as a vanity project.
An international community for men with beards may be easily dismissed as a vanity project.
Another was to address C.R.I.'s reputation as a vanity label.
A rival private equity firm executive has described the music group as a vanity investment.
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