as in nobility
high position within society
the archbishop is very conscious of his dignity
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Recent Examples of dignity
Both parties would serve the public well by convincing Cherfilus-McCormick and Mills to resign simultaneously, with the backdrop of leadership united by the idea that Congress should never elevate party over the dignity of its body.
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Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
That is the junction where a forensic psychosocial evaluation can become a catalyst for justice and promote the human dignity.
—Sonia Singh, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2026
Self-acceptance, independence and dignity is the ultimate prize for others.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2026
My search yielded a few standout pieces perfect for decluttering counter space while retaining a sense of material dignity.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 2 Apr. 2026
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Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
That is the junction where a forensic psychosocial evaluation can become a catalyst for justice and promote the human dignity.
—Sonia Singh, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2026
Self-acceptance, independence and dignity is the ultimate prize for others.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2026
My search yielded a few standout pieces perfect for decluttering counter space while retaining a sense of material dignity.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 2 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dignity
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Lagerbielke — or more accurately, the 11th Baron Lagerbielke — is a member of the Swedish nobility and lies 254th in line to the country’s throne.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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Known as the Dragon Slayer, he’s often shown meditating, praying, waxing philosophical, and pontificating on nobility, integrity and honor.—
Pamela Chelin,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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A little more than a week into the season, the Padres have two quality starts out of their rotation.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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The MorphoScan is even missing a couple of quality-of-life features present on the Etekcity scale, including a safe mode for pregnant women and pacemaker users that disables the BIA electrical current for weight-only measurements.—
Andrew Gebhart,
PC Magazine,
5 Apr. 2026
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Battalion Chief Michael Hopkins, a KCFD spokesman, confirmed that Santa Maria is an employee who holds the rank of firefighter but said the department can’t comment on legal or personnel matters.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
6 Apr. 2026
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As with the hiring of Bill Belichick — OK, maybe not the best example — the Tar Heels have turned to the pro ranks to try to fix a program that isn’t getting enough done on the collegiate level.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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Last week, the state legislature’s Joint Budget Committee proposed cutting funding to the Teacher Recruitment Education and Preparation, part of a host of cost-saving measures lawmakers are taking to address Colorado’s massive budget deficit.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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Just last week, during the No Kings rally at the Boston Common, Campbell directly asked state residents to utilize the portal in order for her office to carry out prosecutions of federal agents.—
Tim Dunn,
Boston Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
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Before the end of World War II, imperial highnesses were in abundant supply.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
8 June 2025
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The former royal highness will be too busy leading the Resistance, alongside Jonathan and his ragamuffin group of bandits, to fight off all of the Queen’s men.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Dignity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dignity. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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