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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
Having realistic expectations about both the financial commitment and the medical odds will help your family make a confident, informed decision together.
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Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
The closeout on LaMelo Ball, as confident a shooter as exists, is classic White, too.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
North Andover is excited over its young arms and top two pitchers, Trey Martin (junior) and Sean Radulski, and feels confident in defense and timely hitting.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
Both men and women were largely in agreement; 24% of each group in Latin America, and 21% and 22% of men and women in Europe, were confident their roles were secure.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 7 Apr. 2026
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Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
The closeout on LaMelo Ball, as confident a shooter as exists, is classic White, too.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
North Andover is excited over its young arms and top two pitchers, Trey Martin (junior) and Sean Radulski, and feels confident in defense and timely hitting.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
Both men and women were largely in agreement; 24% of each group in Latin America, and 21% and 22% of men and women in Europe, were confident their roles were secure.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 7 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for confident
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Given advice by her uninhibited friend, Linda Barrett (Phoebe Cates), Stacy gets trapped in a love triangle with nice guy Mark Ratner (Brian Backer) and his more assured buddy Mike Damone (Robert Romanus).—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
31 Mar. 2026
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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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The state knew the problem was extensive, but wasn’t sure where the leaks were.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Others aren’t so sure, pointing to the long hiatus, the off-screen turmoil and a television landscape that no longer moves in lockstep.—
Precious Fondren,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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Your optimistic spirit stays strong when habits match your values, so pick savings goals that fit your real life.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
10 Apr. 2026
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But the Bipartisan Policy Center sees evidence of Peterson’s wish—that lawmakers on both sides will begin working together to come up with solutions—and is more optimistic that an all-out fiscal crisis isn’t in the cards.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
10 Apr. 2026
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Besides the obvious, the positive benefits from space programs are extensive, including medical and technological breakthroughs that affect our daily lives in countless positive ways.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Apr. 2026
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Hutson was thrown off the first two games in Washington, but then adjusted and left a positive impact on the series for the Canadiens.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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But with proper funding into research, Hanlon and others are hopeful that can change.—
Jimmy Lovrien,
Twin Cities,
6 Apr. 2026
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And the welcomes kept coming out of her, compulsive and hopeful and for no one in particular.—
Catherine Lacey,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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That’s part of the lip-smacking quality of it all — the idea that certain movie characters deserve to have their limbs bitten off.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2026
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Due to an increase in passenger volume, parking availability may be at or near capacity at certain times throughout the day.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Margrethe bowl is a timeless kitchen essential, known for its secure grip, practical pouring lip, and non-slip base.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The goal is to feel comfortable and secure while helping your body cool naturally.—
Lily Hautau,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2026
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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 13 Apr. 2026.
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