identities

plural of identity
as in personalities
the set of qualities that make a person different from other people children begin to form their own identity by the age of two

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Recent Examples of identities Large portions of the files were redacted, but the identities of many survivors were exposed. — Ava Berger, NPR, 11 Nov. 2026 While many musicians pursue solo careers after leaving their groups, Boyd is determined to build both identities simultaneously, finding fulfillment in the freedom of standing on her own and the familiarity of creating alongside her family. — Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 10 Nov. 2026 Police did not release the names of the suspects, and declined to provide further details on their identities in response to a request by the Associated Press. — Justin Spike, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2026 There was no immediate information available on the identities or nationalities of those on board or what had caused the deaths of the 14 people. — CBS News, 9 Nov. 2026 Never erase people or their histories or their identities or their contributions. — Kevin Powell, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2026 The identities of the climbers and details of their condition were not released. — Mark Price november 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 Nov. 2026 None of this is particularly enlightening, and any opportunity to portray the conflict between Stewart’s celebrity, soldierly and civilian identities is squandered by the consistently phony, ennobling tone of proceedings. — Guy Lodge, Variety, 6 Nov. 2026 Haaland shrugged off a question about her various political identities in a recent interview with The Associated Press. — Terry Tang, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026
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Noun
  • Magnet Originals will provide advice and production support for media personalities, including Justin Tranter, Boyz II Men’s Shawn Stockman, and former NBA star Byron Scott.
    — Max Tani, semafor.com, 2 Nov. 2026
  • From decorating the tree and baking cookies to Champagne toasts and Rinna dancing atop the dining table, the family brings their personalities to a series of festive moments, all dressed in Express.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • And since most of its characters are young, that is a particular theme here.
    — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2026
  • The film stars Ryan Gosling and takes place in an entirely new era of Star Wars storytelling, with all-new characters and locations.
    — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 12 Nov. 2026

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“Identities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/identities. Accessed 15 Nov. 2026.

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