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as in assured
having or showing great faith in oneself or one's abilities
you'll need to be confident—even in the face of rejection—if you want to pursue a career in show business
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as in sure
having or showing a mind free from doubt
we were confident that the directions we had been given were accurate
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Recent Examples of confident
Walliser is confident that Bentley can best the Chinese competitors both in China and the global markets, doubling down on its history and efforts to preserve residual volume through low volume and desirability.
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Tamara Warren, ArsTechnica, 3 Sep. 2025
Whether hiking, snorkeling, or kayaking, professional guides ensure guests feel comfortable and confident in their daily activities.
—Uncruise Adventures, AFAR Media, 3 Sep. 2025
Nielsen’s Rao sounds confident about the adoption of the company’s new offering.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 2 Sep. 2025
The company approached Creed with this extraordinarily aged oud, confident that the house would treat it with reverence.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
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Tamara Warren, ArsTechnica, 3 Sep. 2025
Whether hiking, snorkeling, or kayaking, professional guides ensure guests feel comfortable and confident in their daily activities.
—Uncruise Adventures, AFAR Media, 3 Sep. 2025
Nielsen’s Rao sounds confident about the adoption of the company’s new offering.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 2 Sep. 2025
The company approached Creed with this extraordinarily aged oud, confident that the house would treat it with reverence.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for confident
Adjective
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The problem with applying the language of assured mutual destruction is that democracy does not die in a nuclear flash, to be avoided at all costs.—
Chicago Tribune,
Twin Cities,
16 Aug. 2025
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The crowd parts as Sue, carrying Franklin in her arms, walks with an assured elegance, her face downright beatific.—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Trump’s sure to endorse Vivek’s favorite color.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
29 Aug. 2025
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Under a decent shelter, sure, but not an open campsite.—
Brad Moon,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Perhaps Vrabel knew something optimistic fans did not know.—
Mike Sando,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Klarna was unusually optimistic about AI’s capabilities.—
Peter Cohan,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Chelsea have also provided necessary cover for Marc Cucurella by acquiring Jorrel Hato from Ajax, and believe attacking midfielder Facundo Buonanotte can make a positive contribution following his loan move from Brighton & Hove Albion.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Ava Cavallini, 12th grade, Stewart County High School Ava has served as a positive role model to all underclassmen through her time in Career and Technical Education at Stewart County High School.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
Nashville Tennessean,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But no contender symbolizes the razor-thin line between World Series hopeful and complete disaster quite like the Mets, who had the best record in baseball through June 12 and possess the sixth-worst record since even after winning seven of their last 10 games.—
Jerry Beach,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Following Phoenix’s exit, Haynes was hopeful that the project could potentially be revived.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
27 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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One of the charming aspects of following foreign football is realising that certain concepts are expressed in different ways to how it’s done in your own country.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Since 2012, certain players and games are forever etched in the memories of those who watched.—
Quentin Corpuel,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Be proactive in keeping your travel gear safe and secure.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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If the sky turns ominous and thunder can be heard, find a secure place for shelter.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Erica Mosca is a proud first-generation college graduate who is a former teacher, former nonprofit founder and executive director, and small business owner who is the first Filipina to serve in the Nevada State Legislature representing District 14.—
Erica Mosca,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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The academy noted that Greene was proud to have played roles that weren't related to his background.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Confident.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confident. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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