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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
Observing these behaviors is not enough to be confident about an infant’s experiences of the world.
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Christian Wolf, Scientific American, 25 June 2025
Trump was also confident that Iran wasn’t able to move its uranium stockpile before the U.S. strikes on their nuclear sites, despite images showing trucks lined up at Fordo in the days leading up to the attack.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 25 June 2025
Second, the antivirus company felt confident enough to put the product forward (and pay the testing fee).
—PC Magazine, 24 June 2025
The investment bank, which says Snowflake has more than 22% upside, is confident artificial intelligence growth will boost the stock.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 24 June 2025
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Christian Wolf, Scientific American, 25 June 2025
Trump was also confident that Iran wasn’t able to move its uranium stockpile before the U.S. strikes on their nuclear sites, despite images showing trucks lined up at Fordo in the days leading up to the attack.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 25 June 2025
Second, the antivirus company felt confident enough to put the product forward (and pay the testing fee).
—PC Magazine, 24 June 2025
The investment bank, which says Snowflake has more than 22% upside, is confident artificial intelligence growth will boost the stock.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for confident
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The island is shedding the last of its wellness-perfume haze and stepping into something more assured.—
Lela London,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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What seemed like a certainty to Israeli officials just 48 hours ago – that Trump would order US military involvement – now appears far less assured.—
Oren Liebermann,
CNN Money,
20 June 2025
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Beth Callahan wasn't all that sure about the clinical trial at first, but Kevin couldn't stop thinking about all that had gone into it – getting chemotherapy as an approved treatment.—
Ted Koppel,
CBS News,
29 June 2025
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One thing is for sure, though: cleaning out your clothes can be a major endeavor, which can sometimes feel both emotional and overwhelming.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
29 June 2025
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Following The Crowd When investors are optimistic, stock prices rise.—
Catherine Brock,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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Helping to build a company from the ground up requires a careful balance of being optimistic—with the right people.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
27 June 2025
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More recent performances do not make for such positive reading (four defeats and two draws in six Nations League matches, against Italy, Denmark and Sweden, both draws impressively coming against the latter).—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
27 June 2025
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While they were hired to support language learning, the specialists emerged as catalysts for converting negative emotions into positive behavioral change.—
IESE Business School,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Surely a simple pass to a teammate would be more effective than a hopeful shot?—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
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While previously acknowledging Democrats have failed voters in the past, Jolly is hopeful Florida is ready for a change: A Democrat governor.—
Siena Duncan,
Miami Herald,
22 June 2025
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That kind of cultural appropriation might be sanctioned at certain times.—
Jack Smart,
People.com,
21 June 2025
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And, both the House of Representatives and the Senate propose increasing the $600 reporting threshold for independent contractors or certain other payments reported on Form 1099-NEC to $2,000, adjusted for inflation.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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Apps which are meant to make users safer and more secure but are doing the very opposite.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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If the sky turns ominous and thunder can be heard, find a secure place for shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
29 June 2025
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Our more than 18,000 Bombardier employees are proud to welcome this new, important customer to our family.—
Doug Gollan,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Once again, Newsweek is proud to highlight your voices.—
Joshua Sammons,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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“Confident.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confident. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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