self-assuredness

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Recent Examples of self-assuredness Pride is also about developing confidence and self-assuredness to do hard things. Carolyn O'Laughlin, CNN Money, 28 June 2026 Peterson showcased a swagger that toed the line between confidence and self-assuredness often seen in superstar athletes. Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 24 June 2026 Perhaps her self-assuredness comes from her powerhouse star of a mom, whom Harlow clearly admires in more ways than one. Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026 Vincent pursues Jimmy like a homing missile, but the young man is jittery and restless in his own skin up against Jimmy’s shameless self-assuredness. Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 20 May 2026 Thirteen years later, his distaste for the self-assuredness of tech leaders who reassured him all would be good seems prescient. Ron Kampeas, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026 Courtesy of Netflix Advertisement Ha has felt particularly inspired by Sophie’s self-assuredness. Kat Moon, Time, 29 Jan. 2026 Hafley said his coaching experience at Boston College not only taught him what to do differently, but also lifted his self-assuredness in his first NFL head coaching job. Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2026 When Deandra confronts Willa in the otherwise empty bathroom at a school dance, Infiniti brings fear and curiosity and the barbed self-assuredness of a teenager to the fore, merely in the slight adjustments to her facial expression. Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-assuredness
Noun
  • In the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the same updating Gallup survey, forty-nine per cent of college graduates expressed confidence in the job market, compared to forty-four percent of respondents who had less than a college degree.
    Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2026
  • When asked on Monday if the team has the talent to improve at center, Quinn reiterated his confidence in Washington’s trio of Allegretti, Good-Jones and Gulbin.
    Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The 25-year-old from California opened the final with some swagger, popping four aces in the first game, but his self-assurance quickly ebbed.
    Ava Wallace, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The most consistent signature across her growing catalogue is her self-assurance as a performer.
    Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 7 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The owners’ arrival in San Diego comes as Dodgers owner Mark Walter faces a federal probe into his business empire, fueling speculation about a possible ownership change despite assurances the team won’t be sold.
    Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026
  • However, advocates want better assurance through local measures that these laws will be honored.
    AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 24 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Ampadu’s tenacity in the tackle, composure on the ball and his long throw — an emerging weapon — all contributed to the team’s strong showings.
    Adam Crafton, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Willis showed good composure, arm strength, accuracy and decision-making, going 4-for-5 passing for 43 yards while leading the Dolphins on a 14-play, 93-yard touchdown drive.
    Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Kristen does this with a voice that is authentically hers, inspiring all women to tap into their self-confidence.
    Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Chuck Yeager had a vibe of self-confidence and a certain Americana that feels very Hal, and Kyle also has that in spades.
    Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 19 Aug. 2026

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“Self-assuredness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-assuredness. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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