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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
But both make Arsenal a more attacking threat, with Eze’s creativity and individualism central.
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Art De Roché, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Through the character of Carol, the show explores complex themes of agency, free will, and individualism in a nuanced take on a dystopian invasion narrative that resists easy answers.
—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
However, this year’s move to Texas gave the event a sense of an outsider’s rugged individualism.
—Alex J. Rouhandeh, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
In contrast, post-liberals sharply distinguish the libertarian project (in all its forms) from genuine conservatism, arguing that the latter requires a commitment to social cohesion that is incompatible with unrestrained individualism.
—Suzanne Schneider, The New York Review of Books, 25 Mar. 2026
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Art De Roché, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Through the character of Carol, the show explores complex themes of agency, free will, and individualism in a nuanced take on a dystopian invasion narrative that resists easy answers.
—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
However, this year’s move to Texas gave the event a sense of an outsider’s rugged individualism.
—Alex J. Rouhandeh, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
In contrast, post-liberals sharply distinguish the libertarian project (in all its forms) from genuine conservatism, arguing that the latter requires a commitment to social cohesion that is incompatible with unrestrained individualism.
—Suzanne Schneider, The New York Review of Books, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for individualism
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Even when some of the tricks become apparent, each new repetition somehow delivers more than the last, though the weightless, old-school video game aesthetic of the alien monster design sticks out even more amid the stylishness of the world captured in-camera.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
22 May 2026
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Vogue consulted with masterful artists such as Tasha Reiko Brown, Amy Komorowski, Emma Day, and Aika Danica Flores to get their tricks for achieving low-key, everyday makeup looks that are undetectable to even the most trained of eyes.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
22 May 2026
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The passenger’s identity and current medical status were not disclosed.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
20 May 2026
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Their identities have not been made public.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
19 May 2026
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This San Diego company is hacking those DNA directions in plants — genetically engineering crops to carry more favorable traits.—
Noelle Harff,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Just as each star sign has its own unique characteristics, every architectural style embodies different traits, supports a certain lifestyle, and exudes a particular feeling.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 May 2026
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Instead of hearing the warm, roaring cheers like other great IndyCar champions and popular personalities, Palou has started hearing a different chorus from the crowd, boos.—
Michael Marot,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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Several notable personalities and even politicians, including Samajwadi Party supremo Akhilesh Yadav and Trinamool Congress members Mahua Moitra and Kirti Azad, have endorsed the parody account and the associated movement.—
Britannica Editors,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
23 May 2026
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Almost all of the bike's riding characteristics can be adjusted to accommodate varying terrain and user preferences.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
21 May 2026
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The natural curl pattern, graft angle, follicle shape, scalp characteristics, and donor management strategy all play a major role in achieving a successful result.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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Trends change, culture evolves, but confidence and individuality never go out of style.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
18 May 2026
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The film creates a visually rich and entertaining world for children and families while exploring meaningful themes about growing up and individuality.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
14 May 2026
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They are built from real people, whose voices and mannerisms are available to anyone paying attention.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
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Ellie tries to embody each artist and that takes studying of the mannerisms because the mannerisms are what bring it to life, not the staging or anything else.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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Of course, in addition to being perfect by becoming a doctor, John had selected, despite her eccentricities, the perfect mate in their parents’ eyes.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 May 2026
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Still, even an understanding of Turner’s eccentricities didn’t prepare the Braves to learn the morning of their game against Pittsburgh that the team’s owner was now the manager.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
6 May 2026
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“Individualism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/individualism. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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