self-assertiveness

Definition of self-assertivenessnext

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Noun
  • If Tovar’s belief in Beals remained consistent, Beals’ self-confidence increased this season.
    Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
  • Children who see positive behaviors from their parents can develop self-confidence and higher self esteem.
    Taylor Grothe, Parents, 11 June 2026
Noun
  • The Islamic Republic will likely enjoy a newfound boldness in confronting dissent.
    Mostafa Salem, CNN Money, 18 June 2026
  • With that contemporary bent has come a degree of political boldness.
    Alex Ross, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Noun
  • In a social media post on Monday, May 11, the nonprofit said the chicks' leg bones are maturing as both eaglets remain steady in their nest, standing and walking about with self-assurance.
    Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 12 May 2026
  • Her self-assurance has kept her armored against the backlash and backhanded compliments that have surfaced in some online discourse surrounding her music.
    Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Nobody was lamenting his lack of audacity on the base paths.
    Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 7 June 2026
  • And what do the fates of these men say about how and through whom the show defines audacity — a word that has two different interpretations and uses?
    Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 2 June 2026
Noun
  • Despite the disagreement, Rigler said the ruling gives Cascadia supporters renewed confidence as legal challenges continue.
    Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 16 June 2026
  • Despite Argentina’s status as one of the tournament favorites, confidence remained high among many Algeria supporters.
    J.M. Banks June 15, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
Noun
  • For ships that require assurances of safe passage, recent developments aren’t helping.
    Jason Ma, Fortune, 20 June 2026
  • Every chair is backed by a robust product assurance policy, secure global shopping, and professional customer support.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 19 June 2026
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“Self-assertiveness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-assertiveness. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.

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