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
Would a dose of self-love help soften the pain?
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Usa Today, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
The spa menu also includes classic Thai massages, mud wraps, and herbal compress rub-downs for quick fix-ups or multi-day retreat programs that focus on body detoxification, mindfulness, or self-love.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
And what makes Tyriq, Tyriq, is the journey of self-love and acceptance.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
The supermodel went completely au naturel to walk fans through her daily skincare and self-love routine.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
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Usa Today, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
The spa menu also includes classic Thai massages, mud wraps, and herbal compress rub-downs for quick fix-ups or multi-day retreat programs that focus on body detoxification, mindfulness, or self-love.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
And what makes Tyriq, Tyriq, is the journey of self-love and acceptance.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
The supermodel went completely au naturel to walk fans through her daily skincare and self-love routine.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for self-love
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-love
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Xiarhos says this time around feels different because of a special new Massachusetts vanity license plate that benefits K-9s and their caretakers.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
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Accessories include vanity bags, bowling bags and thong sandals.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Watching a prodigy embarrass the world over 72 holes was riveting; equally captivating is following the same person be exposed by life, hubris and ego.—
Mac Engel
April 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
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Their iconic Full-On Plumping Lip Polish is designed to unleash your sexy alter-ego and stimulate your senses.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Across the city, tattoo shops are marking the occasion by turning that pride into permanent art.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Mitchell’s achievements are a source of pride for his parents.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Self-love.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-love. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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