as in confidence
great faith in oneself or one's abilities
for so young a pianist, he has remarkable composure and self-confidence on stage
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Recent Examples of self-confidence
Nevertheless, results have not been good and Riera’s self-confidence — which often manifests in quite brash media appearances — has placed him in opposition to a culture that is more conservative by nature.
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Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 3 May 2026
But Mari is also imbued with a deep self-confidence and appears largely unfazed by the seismic task of dealing with the most demanding woman in fashion.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 1 May 2026
Many people started talking about cosmetic surgery as a personal desire, a way to build self-confidence.
—Rheana Murray, The Atlantic, 23 Apr. 2026
Gardening fosters life skills, such as teamwork, patience, self-confidence and responsibility.
—Shelley Mitchell, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2026
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Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 3 May 2026
But Mari is also imbued with a deep self-confidence and appears largely unfazed by the seismic task of dealing with the most demanding woman in fashion.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 1 May 2026
Many people started talking about cosmetic surgery as a personal desire, a way to build self-confidence.
—Rheana Murray, The Atlantic, 23 Apr. 2026
Gardening fosters life skills, such as teamwork, patience, self-confidence and responsibility.
—Shelley Mitchell, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for self-confidence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-confidence
Noun
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Although Detroit collapsed in the second round, the front office’s confidence in Bickerstaff, who signed a contract extension the day after the Pistons ousted the Orlando Magic in the first round, hasn’t wavered.—
Hunter Patterson,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Ahead, pro hairstylists advise on how to transition out of a relaxer while minimizing breakage and maintaining confidence in your hair.—
Janell M. Hickman-Kirby,
Allure,
18 May 2026
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But despite assurances that the impact on businesses has been minimized, some groups still worried that the AI bill — despite its sections on workforce development and increasing AI knowledge — will ultimately create new burdens for businesses that could hamper innovation efforts.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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The image was used only after receiving explicit assurance from the content partner that permission had been secured, including for the retail boxes.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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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
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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
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Weaving between Bon Iver features and electronic experimentation, the Minnesota musician and actor’s new album sounds a note of community and composure in a tumultuous world.—
Nia Coats,
Pitchfork,
18 May 2026
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Manor, meanwhile, kept his composure.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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“Self-confidence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-confidence. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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