self-identities

noun

plural of self-identity
as in identities
the set of qualities that make a person different from other people twins making an effort to establish their separate self-identities

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  1. identities
  2. personalities
Noun
  • For Jerick Ladaro, who teaches Filipino-American Studies and Intro to Ethnic Studies at Cesar Chavez High School, the course offers students a chance to better understand their identities and the generations that came before them.
    — Charlie Lapastora, CBS News, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The framers did not foresee the manipulation of maps to intentionally split Americans and their representatives into two disparate political identities.
    — Dan Lipinski, Baltimore Sun, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of identities
Noun
  • Magnet Originals will provide advice and production support for media personalities, including Justin Tranter, Boyz II Men’s Shawn Stockman, and former NBA star Byron Scott.
    — Max Tani, semafor.com, 2 Nov. 2026
  • From decorating the tree and baking cookies to Champagne toasts and Rinna dancing atop the dining table, the family brings their personalities to a series of festive moments, all dressed in Express.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of personalities
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“Self-identities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-identities. Accessed 3 Nov. 2026.

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