1
as in identity
the set of qualities that make a person different from other people
her individuality showed through in everything she did
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2
as in entity
one that has a real and independent existence
according to immanentism, God is not so much an individuality as an abstract mind or spirit that pervades the world
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Recent Examples of individuality
Roberto Coin is laser-focused on giving every woman the power to celebrate her individuality.
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Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 May 2025
But unlike their wooden predecessors, these lacked the craftsmanship and individuality that defined the earlier era.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 26 May 2025
Athletes who showcase their individuality—through mic’d-up segments, social media and candid interviews—build stronger connections with fans.
—John Cairney, Sportico.com, 24 May 2025
Each look was a nod to individuality and an embrace of maximalism in its most refined form.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 23 May 2025
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Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 May 2025
But unlike their wooden predecessors, these lacked the craftsmanship and individuality that defined the earlier era.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 26 May 2025
Athletes who showcase their individuality—through mic’d-up segments, social media and candid interviews—build stronger connections with fans.
—John Cairney, Sportico.com, 24 May 2025
Each look was a nod to individuality and an embrace of maximalism in its most refined form.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 23 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for individuality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for individuality
Noun
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The atmosphere would have been difficult for any Israeli physician, but for Qasem Hassan the challenge was compounded by her background and identity.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
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And with the committed partnership of Telefilm Canada, those stories are reaching audiences at home and abroad, defining not just Canadian animation, but Canadian identity itself.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
9 June 2025
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Earlier this year, the Legislature passed a law barring local governments from passing ordinances to restrict presidential libraries, making the state the entity that would have authority over a future Trump library.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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Different priorities between the two entities were leading to conflicts, such as concerns that the hospital would dominate decision-making.—
Natalie Jones,
Baltimore Sun,
6 June 2025
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Rarely did anyone bring to television Julia’s big, warm personality and joie de vivre, which blazed through our little black-and-white screens (before later transitioning, of course, to color).—
Ina Garten,
New Yorker,
8 June 2025
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The way Chomet operates, the film’s personality comes across via the detailed and incredibly expressive faces, not the dialogue or its delivery.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
8 June 2025
Noun
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Avoid tall, isolated trees or other elevated objects.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2025
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Keep a distance from tall, isolated trees or other elevated objects.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2025
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Evacuations prompted The blaze prompted several evacuations, including Shamong's Costello Preparatory Academy, a state-run community home for males with a history of substance abuse.—
Jim Walsh,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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The terminations include at least 160 clinical trials involving areas such as HIV/AIDS, mental health conditions, cancer, substance use, and chronic diseases.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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The company said that one or more individuals cut multiple fiber lines that were on the poles, apparently climbing trees to gain access.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2025
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Interacting with experienced individuals, solving non-artistic problems and engaging in varied tasks exposes you to new ideas, perspectives and life experiences that subtly inform and enrich your art.—
Kice Akkawi,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2025
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The reality is that if the 32 slots at the Club World Cup were to be the best vs the best in terms of quality, it would be dominated by European teams, but that would not aid FIFA’s mission to globalise the game.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
16 June 2025
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MrBeast’s reality game show broke viewership records on Amazon.—
Forbes Video,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Real Madrid is closing in on Argentina’s next big thing As reported by various outlets, Real Madrid is closing in on Mastantuono after sending a delegation to Buenos Aires last week.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Sick to death of being poor, Lucy ended things with John.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
9 June 2025
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“Individuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/individuality. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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