present oneself

phrase

: to become available
The opportunity presented itself, and she took advantage of it.

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Common triggers included repetitive conversations, rejection and the pressure to present oneself perfectly. — Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025 Regardless of how they’re structured, or where they’re based, collectives present an affirmative act of identity formation, a statement of intention to present oneself in conjunction with others. — New York Times, 13 Oct. 2021 And this feel good path is the best way to present oneself at home and especially at the office. — Joseph Deacetis, Forbes, 22 June 2021

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“Present oneself.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/present%20oneself. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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