as in vanity
an often unjustified feeling of being pleased with oneself or with one's situation or achievements
nurtured a self-love that was far greater than any affection she ever felt for another person
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Recent Examples of self-love
To that end, Duncan keeps pushing her to comply with his plan, starting with the late-night call that opens the episode with Duncan stark naked in the moonlight, extolling the therapeutic power of self-love.
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Scott Tobias, Vulture, 26 Apr. 2026
That philosophy is embodied by Licia Fertz, an Italian woman whose daily routine includes dressing up, wearing bright clothing and putting on makeup — not for vanity, but as an act of self-love.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026
Fertz maintains a daily routine of dressing with care — makeup, bright clothing — treating self-presentation as a form of self-love.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Living It, Not Just Trending It Licia Fertz, an Italian woman featured in SELF’s coverage of the trend, embodies this philosophy through her daily routine of dressing up, wearing bright clothing and putting on makeup — treating self-presentation as an act of self-love.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
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Scott Tobias, Vulture, 26 Apr. 2026
That philosophy is embodied by Licia Fertz, an Italian woman whose daily routine includes dressing up, wearing bright clothing and putting on makeup — not for vanity, but as an act of self-love.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026
Fertz maintains a daily routine of dressing with care — makeup, bright clothing — treating self-presentation as a form of self-love.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Living It, Not Just Trending It Licia Fertz, an Italian woman featured in SELF’s coverage of the trend, embodies this philosophy through her daily routine of dressing up, wearing bright clothing and putting on makeup — treating self-presentation as an act of self-love.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-love
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Moradillo sofas, Ethnicraft oak furniture, Inbani vanities, Catalano fixtures and handwoven rugs bring European polish to a distinctly Bahamian setting.—
Spencer Elliott,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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An extended chapter of Hector on a shoot in Argentina could stand by itself as a wonderful short story about male ego, vanity, desire and loyalty.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2026
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Heightening the conflict is the fact that both the host and the guest are world-famous writers, each with a titanic ego.—
Stuart Miller,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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In candid photos and videos shared on her Instagram Stories on June 7, Cuoco revealed that Matilda has embraced a Spider-Man alter-ego while showing off her mini-me’s tennis skills.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
8 June 2026
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Though all eyes will be on North America, the national pride this event inspires – and the staggered start times that will allow fans watching back in their home countries to take in their teams during sort-of-normal hours – will stir incredible excitement and patriotism all around the world.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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From agricultural legacy, alternative modernization and pride in heritage, a lifestyle of independence and historical significance can be witnessed.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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“Self-love.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-love. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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