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Recent Examples of self-pride
And DeSantis’ two stops in this early-voting state last week offered an early glimpse into whether Iowans actually want to be more like Florida — and the pitch played well, even in a state with a lot of political self-pride.
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Jess Bidgood, BostonGlobe.com, 14 Mar. 2023
Jess Bidgood, BostonGlobe.com, 14 Mar. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-pride
Noun
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Disability and sensory-friendly designs support fine motor skills, social-emotional growth and self-confidence.—
Kendra Davenport,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Roughly 71 percent of women reported that the term negatively affects self-confidence during pregnancy.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Punishment, through criticizing or shouting at you to diminish your sense of agency and self-worth.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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The research, published in the Journal of Human Development and Capabilities, found that early smartphone ownership was linked to higher risks of suicidal thoughts, aggression, detachment from reality, low self-worth and difficulty regulating emotions in early adulthood.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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Girls in particular report drops in confidence, disrupted sleep, and heavier struggles with mental health.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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And with consecutive 100-plus yard performances from two different wideouts, Albin’s confidence in the offense continues to grow.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The English song is inspired by ‘90s boom bap hip-hop, exuding the singer’s self-assurance, autonomy, and fearless nature.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Confidence emerged as a central theme, with red lipstick symbolizing power and self-assurance, and the tradition of affirming one another to reinforce resilience.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Many have significant reservations about the safety and efficacy of the COVID vaccine, despite assurances from most experts that the benefits outweigh the risks.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Sep. 2025
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This would move us from probabilistic trust to mathematical certainty, transforming cryptographic assurance into a provable, unassailable fact.—
Pravir Malik,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Civic pride meets global ambition The 2025 edition gathered nearly 13,000 attendees, including 700 professionals and 310 journalists, with screenings almost sold out and industry sessions at 90% capacity.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
19 Sep. 2025
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But which campus is more popular among drivers who want to show off their school pride — IU or Purdue?—
John Tufts,
IndyStar,
19 Sep. 2025
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Approximately 25 artists were highlighted in the book that aims to encompass the nonprofit’s core values: inspiring artistic expression, building community, promoting self-respect and developing independence.—
Cam'ron Hardy,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
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My partner’s refusal to be comforted by this institutional food struck me sometimes as pointlessly obstructive and at other times as a sign of self-respect.—
Rachel Cusk,
New Yorker,
24 Aug. 2025
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Bates' Matty Matlock is all smiles on the outside and fire on the inside, a type of character the veteran actress has no problem playing with aplomb.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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The actor performs them with aplomb, but the words all circle ideas that never come to visual fruition.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Self-pride.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-pride. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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