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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
Kenya remains confident in its economic outlook despite the fuel crisis sparked by the Iran war, the country’s top investment official added.
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semafor.com, 25 Mar. 2026
But, port leaders are confident things will pick back up.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Quits are a barometer of how confident workers are in their ability to find a new job, since most workers who quit do so for another role, economists said.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
Because the platform is designed around real-world interaction, this additional layer of reassurance is intended to make users, particularly women, feel confident meeting new people nearby.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
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semafor.com, 25 Mar. 2026
But, port leaders are confident things will pick back up.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Quits are a barometer of how confident workers are in their ability to find a new job, since most workers who quit do so for another role, economists said.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
Because the platform is designed around real-world interaction, this additional layer of reassurance is intended to make users, particularly women, feel confident meeting new people nearby.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for confident
Recent Examples of Synonyms for confident
Adjective
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The precision of the tailoring, the depth of texture, and the emotional clarity of the collection felt incredibly assured.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
17 Feb. 2026
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From that moment on, Alcaraz seemed the more assured player, utilizing his favorite dropshot to lethal effect and capitalizing on Djokovic’s uncharacteristic unforced errors.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
1 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Cheap, sure, but not exactly free.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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This, coupled with your personal drive and ability to impress authority figures, is a sure-fire combination for success.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The most optimistic forecast put them middle-of-the-pack at 15th while most others placed them somewhere in the 20s.—
Michael McGough,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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Lazar says even the most optimistic outlook for the rest of the season shows little chance of recovery.—
Callie Zanandrie,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The Heat starting unit’s only positive minutes on Friday came to begin the third quarter when the Cavaliers were already ahead by more than 30 points.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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Coleman ran track, played basketball and football, and was known for his humor and positive outlook.—
Adi Guajardo,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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His wife, Deborah, who was seated next to him, appeared to be less hopeful.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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As the war in Iran stretches into a fifth week, investors who had been hopeful for a quick resolution are growing increasingly uneasy about the real-world fallout from the conflict.—
Tanaya Macheel,
CNBC,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Commandment, winner of four straight races, is certain to head on to Louisville and May 2 Kentucky Derby as one of the favorites.—
Clark Spencer,
Miami Herald,
29 Mar. 2026
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This is a common step because some research suggests certain antidepressant medications could blunt psilocybin’s effects.—
Natalia V. Osipova,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Designed for modern professionals, this sleek backpack features anti-theft design elements to keep laptops and other devices extra secure.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2026
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The agency said Thursday that the truck has been placed in an undisclosed, secure location and deferred to questions about the status of the plane to Air Canada, which didn’t immediately respond to an email seeking comment.—
Philip Marcelo,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Ireland gained swagger and became a self-confident place that could show the world.—
Llewellyn King,
Twin Cities,
26 Feb. 2026
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Research shows that only children tend to be self-confident, well-organized, and ambitious.—
Cynthia Hanson,
Parents,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Confident.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confident. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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