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Recent Examples of overconfidence
What’s become clear is that the Canadiens are overmatched, and the Hurricanes, as tends to be the case in a series like this one, need to guard against overconfidence.
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Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
How many times over two decades have the Canes been tripped up by teams with lesser talent, due to overconfidence and myriad other reasons?
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Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2026
The overconfidence of the pro-Trump push in country music pre- and postelection is backfiring on many of its most enthusiastic emissaries.
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Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
By April 5, the sun will square Jupiter, heightening everything from overconfidence to emotional reactions.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
2 Apr. 2026
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Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
How many times over two decades have the Canes been tripped up by teams with lesser talent, due to overconfidence and myriad other reasons?
—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2026
The overconfidence of the pro-Trump push in country music pre- and postelection is backfiring on many of its most enthusiastic emissaries.
—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
By April 5, the sun will square Jupiter, heightening everything from overconfidence to emotional reactions.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
2 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overconfidence
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Needless to say there was no second date, and, eventually though painfully, my own arrogance had some of its rough edges worn down.
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In Episode 3, Harris discussed the early arrogance of the founding fathers who made proposals for America's independence and questioned who was entitled to freedom.
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Much like Kurt, Kyle had a confidence that bordered on cockiness while repeatedly showcasing an ability behind the wheel to back up his bravado.
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His cockiness on the court is well-earned.
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In foreign policy, too, the democracies need to regain self-confidence—and back democratic allies against forces that threaten our systems and values.
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The museum’s mission is to foster curiosity, self-confidence, and a love of learning in children through enriching, hands-on exhibits and programs.
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While bouncing between the G League and the NBA, James worked with coaches on developing his shooting confidence, quick decision-making and defensive ability.
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The emotional Moon squaring disciplined Saturn this morning tests timing and boundaries, yet Leo’s warmth helps restore confidence as the day unfolds.
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In a social media post on Monday, May 11, the nonprofit said the chicks' leg bones are maturing as both eaglets remain steady in their nest, standing and walking about with self-assurance.
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Because this brazen self-assurance still leads to drafting guys 100 picks early just because an assistant coach got a warm, fuzzy feeling.
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This potential confidence-as-assurance issue has increased as digital assets become more integrated with payments, trading, tax reporting, and anti-money-laundering programs.
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The new powers would also include information from third parties, such as age assurance technology providers, to test claims made by the platforms about how those under 16 continued to circumvent the ban, the statement said.
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The presumption of innocence was used by Queiroz to justify the decision to include Partey in Ghana’s World Cup squad and by Spanish club Villarreal to justify his signing last summer as a free agent.
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The letter makes presumptions about herbicides and pesticides that do not line up with its proposal outlined on a website detailing the training center project, the statement said.
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“Overconfidence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overconfidence. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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