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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
Described as independent, intellectually curious and socially conscious, these characteristics align closely with traits psychologists study under the umbrellas of openness to experience, individualism and humanitarian concern.
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Policing women is a byproduct of patriarchy, a system that despises women who dare to embrace individualism, self-expression, and self-autonomy.
—Essence, 5 Jan. 2026
The proprietary insights and statistics cited throughout—such as the finding that 61 percent of people dress up for confidence or that 8 in 10 people repeat the same outfits—are derived from this research framework, further to illustrate the industry’s move toward inclusive individualism.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 22 Dec. 2025
The idea of literature as an expression of a writer’s individualism is a modern invention, however.
—Vauhini Vara, New Yorker, 20 Dec. 2025
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Policing women is a byproduct of patriarchy, a system that despises women who dare to embrace individualism, self-expression, and self-autonomy.
—Essence, 5 Jan. 2026
The proprietary insights and statistics cited throughout—such as the finding that 61 percent of people dress up for confidence or that 8 in 10 people repeat the same outfits—are derived from this research framework, further to illustrate the industry’s move toward inclusive individualism.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 22 Dec. 2025
The idea of literature as an expression of a writer’s individualism is a modern invention, however.
—Vauhini Vara, New Yorker, 20 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for individualism
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Wang Xindi won his first Olympic gold earlier today after landing a trick with five twists in the aerial event.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
20 Feb. 2026
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From selecting the perfect bag, to using versatile pouches, and choosing your accessories methodically, these are my tips and tricks for personal item packing.—
Taylor Fox,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Feb. 2026
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For over a century, college football had regional identities.—
Jason Kirk,
New York Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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Hadick’s arrival amid the existential collapse of FTX, however, catapulted Dragonfly to the next echelon—and solidified the firm’s identity.—
Leo Schwartz,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Those traits were on full display against Dyes.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
22 Feb. 2026
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Anything that was anti-Jewish—a story about exclusion, an obstacle that hadn’t come down, a disapproving enumeration of supposedly Jewish traits—was possibly more fascinating.—
Nicholas Lemann,
New Yorker,
21 Feb. 2026
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In a new interview, the model and reality TV personality reflects on the often-meme'd moment from 2010's cycle 14, which saw Tyra Banks' cast of model hopefuls dodge the menacing pendulums that wobbled back and forth as contestants navigated the runway.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Feb. 2026
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Those who served the couple remember Hackman’s kind personality.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
21 Feb. 2026
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These characteristics are amplified by Fire, a flamboyant element that represents boldness, passion, and action.—
Marie Bladt,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
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Reliable characteristics in your players.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Feb. 2026
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In recent years, Mora said her individuality quickly clashed with the fashion industry's narrow beauty standards.—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Feb. 2026
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One reason for the individuality of many dancers in the late 1950s and early ’60s, de Lavallade says, was the lack of large resident companies.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
8 Feb. 2026
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At least those visual mannerisms and tropes are pretty much universal, baked into the DNA of TV casting-and-talent shows worldwide.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Feb. 2026
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Bouteraa plays Lilia with restrained mannerisms, but an avalanche of emotion in her face.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
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Maybe Crested Butte residents are simply better at protecting their history or eccentricities.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2026
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The names alone should give an accurate indication of the unrelenting level of quirk, with everyone dialing up the eccentricities to 11.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Individualism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/individualism. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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