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as in trick
an odd or peculiar habit
the novelist gives each character an assortment of individualisms that sets them apart
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as in identity
the set of qualities that make a person different from other people
his individualism and epic vision set him well apart from other architects of his generation
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Recent Examples of individualism
Infectious diseases, by nature, exploit individualism; their version of liberty is to find the unprotected, and spread more freely.
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Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 21 Mar. 2025
While self-investment is important, true leadership transcends individualism.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Flowy gowns, and darker hues of usually vibrant shades are used possibly to convey the love, despair, rebellion, and individualism the designer mentioned in his show notes.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 13 Feb. 2025
Many times, we are seeped in individualism.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 11 Feb. 2025
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Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 21 Mar. 2025
While self-investment is important, true leadership transcends individualism.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Flowy gowns, and darker hues of usually vibrant shades are used possibly to convey the love, despair, rebellion, and individualism the designer mentioned in his show notes.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 13 Feb. 2025
Many times, we are seeped in individualism.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for individualism
Noun
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The company, which sells hot and iced coffee, tea, shakes, as well as burritos and tacos, also hosts classes to teach dogs tricks.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Dimbleby’s age, far from a liability, feels like a magic trick—rare is the podcast host in 2025 who can casually weave socioeconomics together with personal memories of the Second World War.—
Sarah Larson,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Judy Blume adaptation tells the story of two Black teens (played by Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr.) exploring romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts.—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
3 May 2025
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From the exhibition and beyond, this year is about examining the importance of clothing and style to the forming of Black identities in the Atlantic diaspora.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
3 May 2025
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While the natural traits and intellect of Gates and Allen were crucial for Microsoft’s eventual success, so too was their willingness to learn from an early failure and apply themselves in a new venture.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Bill Snellings Self-reliance is a cherished American trait, and men in particular embrace it.—
Ashley Milne-Tyte,
NPR,
24 Apr. 2025
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General Hospital isn't typically a place Americans might get a glimpse of a future presidential candidate, but that happened this week when ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith made a surprise return to the long-running drama.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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After his quick intervention following Webb’s injury, Van Nistelrooy said the club will miss Vardy’s personality.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Users still can't control the number of speakers, their demographic characteristics, accents, or conversation length.—
Roger Dooley,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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In 2010, for example, literary scholar Julie Brown suggested that renowned American poet Emily Dickinson had characteristics – such as sensory issues, social quirkiness and a savant’s command of language – that align with those of some individuals on the autism spectrum.—
Bradley J. Irish,
The Conversation,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Self-determination drives us to cultivate our individuality, sharpen our capabilities and forge meaningful connections.—
Davide Sartini,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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What began as a small, rebellious project has become a global celebration of individuality, community and creative freedom.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Apr. 2025
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These mannerisms trickle down to the organization’s employees.—
John Hall,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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The actor skillfully plays nine different roles using props, tone, and mannerisms to differentiate the characters, with the compact setting making the action feel all the more intimate.—
Staff Author,
EW.com,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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For the past three seasons, the series has revealed the quirks, impulses, excesses, dysfunctions, nuances and eccentricities of the wealthy against the backdrop of a luxury resort chain and its not-so faceless employees.—
Bianca Salonga,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Lives Lived: John Peck, known as the Mad Peck, was a cultural omnivore whose work as an underground cartoonist, artist, critic and disc jockey had a dry humor and an ornate eccentricity.—
German Lopez,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Individualism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/individualism. Accessed 8 May. 2025.
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