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Recent Examples of self
Noun
My work is infused with love—and a quest for love—of the self and others. Alessia Glaviano, Vogue, 19 June 2025 Despite the usual magnitude of Pride festivities in the nation's capital, Pride organizers say the current political environment has dampened the excitement surrounding the celebration of life and self expression. Alana Wise, NPR, 7 June 2025
Adjective
The women's brains showed a clear divide between the areas of the brain activated by self and non-self MHCs. Breanna Draxler, Discover Magazine, 24 Jan. 2013 An inspector’s notes also stated there were cardboard containers on the floor, a non-self closing restroom door, no training documentation for the staff. Pam McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2023 See All Example Sentences for self
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self
Noun
  • Jefferson rooted the Declaration in natural philosophy, or the philosophical study of nature and the physical universe without consideration of supernatural causes.
    Time, Time, 1 July 2025
  • This combination of diagnostic capability with a conversational nature and flow is a key differentiator for Beauty Genius, which was unveiled by L’Oréal chief executive officer Nicolas Hieronimus at the 2024 Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas.
    Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 1 July 2025
Adjective
  • The screen is solid, the speakers aren't bad, and the cameras are 1080p.
    Nena Farrell, Wired News, 10 July 2025
  • For home improvement fans and DIYers looking to invest in quality power tools, this DeWalt deal is solid.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 10 July 2025
Noun
  • Renegade Paws Rescue's honest assessment of Igor's personality garnered the attention of thousands of animal lovers, who shared the post over 35,000 times.
    Moná Thomas, People.com, 14 July 2025
  • As for the new cast members, Vergara is a media personality, actor and real estate professional whose career spans television, entertainment journalism and luxury real estate.
    Leia Mendoza, Variety, 14 July 2025
Adjective
  • Rub a little neutral oil (like vegetable oil) on the hamburger patties to jump-start the frying process.
    Li Goldstein, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 July 2025
  • Think neutral sheet sets and nightstands with clean lines to keep the headboard as the center of attention.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • First, the Pigment Processor Daily Brightening Serum ($115) targets dark spots and uneven skin tone with ingredients like kojic acid, known for its fast-acting brightening properties, but noticeable does make skin more sensitive to the sun.
    Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Blanchett wore a silk suit from the Italian brand, featuring tones of blue and white in a Prince of Wales check print.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 1 July 2025
Adjective
  • There’s a similar logic to vivid trees and bushes that are monochrome.
    Lois Alter Mark, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
  • Mix and match colors for a set, or keep things monochrome for a sleek bathroom appeal.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Now, many of these larger-than-life characters, which reach up to 24 feet tall, have found a second home at the American Giants Museum, which opened in 2023 in Atlanta, Illinois (pop. 1,669), on Old Route 66.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 14 July 2025
  • Chick-fil-A One members can team up with the characters to win food prizes.
    Alex Perry, The Enquirer, 14 July 2025

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“Self.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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