1
as in identity
the set of qualities that make a person different from other people
her individuality showed through in everything she did
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2
as in entity
one that has a real and independent existence
according to immanentism, God is not so much an individuality as an abstract mind or spirit that pervades the world
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Recent Examples of individuality
Roberto Coin is laser-focused on giving every woman the power to celebrate her individuality.
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Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 May 2025
But unlike their wooden predecessors, these lacked the craftsmanship and individuality that defined the earlier era.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 26 May 2025
Athletes who showcase their individuality—through mic’d-up segments, social media and candid interviews—build stronger connections with fans.
—John Cairney, Sportico.com, 24 May 2025
Each look was a nod to individuality and an embrace of maximalism in its most refined form.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 23 May 2025
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Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 May 2025
But unlike their wooden predecessors, these lacked the craftsmanship and individuality that defined the earlier era.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 26 May 2025
Athletes who showcase their individuality—through mic’d-up segments, social media and candid interviews—build stronger connections with fans.
—John Cairney, Sportico.com, 24 May 2025
Each look was a nod to individuality and an embrace of maximalism in its most refined form.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 23 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for individuality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for individuality
Noun
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The atmosphere would have been difficult for any Israeli physician, but for Qasem Hassan the challenge was compounded by her background and identity.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
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And with the committed partnership of Telefilm Canada, those stories are reaching audiences at home and abroad, defining not just Canadian animation, but Canadian identity itself.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
9 June 2025
Noun
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Different priorities between the two entities were leading to conflicts, such as concerns that the hospital would dominate decision-making.—
Natalie Jones,
Baltimore Sun,
6 June 2025
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Earlier this year, the Legislature passed a law barring local governments from passing ordinances to restrict presidential libraries, making the state the entity that would have authority over a future Trump library.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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The way Chomet operates, the film’s personality comes across via the detailed and incredibly expressive faces, not the dialogue or its delivery.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
8 June 2025
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Rarely did anyone bring to television Julia’s big, warm personality and joie de vivre, which blazed through our little black-and-white screens (before later transitioning, of course, to color).—
Ina Garten,
New Yorker,
8 June 2025
Noun
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Two dozen of the Han tombs are pit tombs, with decayed coffins and burial objects like pots, kettles, bowls and stoves, according to the release.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2025
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Keep a distance from tall, isolated trees or other elevated objects.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2025
Noun
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When the substance contains more the 0.3% THC in it.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 June 2025
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The justices’ argument, however, largely hinged on questioning the physician plaintiffs’ right to sue the FDA to restore conditions rather than the substance of the case.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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These terms describe that part of an individual’s psyche that is presented to the world (the persona) and that part that is seen as undesirable and therefore hidden (the shadow).—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 June 2025
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Wastewater surveillance has the potential to identify possible cases days before an individual shows symptoms or seeks care.—
Daniel Wine,
CNN Money,
4 June 2025
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The reality is that demand for best-in-class cybersecurity is only going to grow as artificial intelligence advances and hackers adopt increasingly sophisticated tools.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
4 June 2025
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But beneath these praises of innovation can hide the potential to lose control over reality.—
Ashish Sukhadeve,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Real Madrid is closing in on Argentina’s next big thing As reported by various outlets, Real Madrid is closing in on Mastantuono after sending a delegation to Buenos Aires last week.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Sick to death of being poor, Lucy ended things with John.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
9 June 2025
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“Individuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/individuality. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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