reinvent oneself

phrase

: to become a different kind of person, performer, etc.
She's a classical singer who's trying to reinvent herself as a pop artist.

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Wong embodied a model of how to reinvent oneself in the face of the most daunting societal obstacles. — Literary Hub, 17 Sep. 2026 The ability to reinvent oneself may become one of the most valuable leadership skills of the 21st century. — Ricardo Bellino, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 In a world rapidly being reshaped by AI, the ability to continuously reinvent oneself and embrace new knowledge may be the ultimate differentiator for survival and success. — Diane Brady, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2025 Such are desperate decisions made in an effort to reinvent oneself that almost always end in despair. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2025 The ability to reinvent oneself professionally is no longer a luxury. — Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024 These chapters of childhood and teen stardom often lead to concerted efforts to publicly reinvent oneself after cultivating a squeaky-clean image in the House of Mouse. — Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 7 Aug. 2024

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

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