as in natures
the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others
some believe that it's only in times of great stress that a person's true self is revealed
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Recent Examples of selves
That’s what Trinny London’s ethos is all about — creating products and experiences that empower our customers to feel their best selves.
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Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Many other animals also present different selves to different members of their communities.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 7 Sep. 2025
Other sites of fierce fighting such as The Somme and Flanders quickly returned to their former selves.
—Michael Jerome Plunkett
september 5, Literary Hub, 5 Sep. 2025
In certain cases, if victims could be made to remember their humanness by a shaman, they could be brought back to their human selves.
—Bjorn Dihle, Outdoor Life, 4 Sep. 2025
Social media has significantly influenced the current generation entering the workforce, primarily by weakening character dimensions such as integrity, where people struggle with identity development and their authentic selves.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
With the help of rush coaches Bill Alverson and Brandis Bradley, the moms on the show encourage their daughters to show sororities their best selves.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Each has a unique strength to achieve the ultimate endeavor-not launching just another beverage but encouraging people to pursue their better selves every day.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2025
Years pass by, and Togashi and Komiya meet again as rivals on the track and reveal their true selves.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Many other animals also present different selves to different members of their communities.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 7 Sep. 2025
Other sites of fierce fighting such as The Somme and Flanders quickly returned to their former selves.
—Michael Jerome Plunkett
september 5, Literary Hub, 5 Sep. 2025
In certain cases, if victims could be made to remember their humanness by a shaman, they could be brought back to their human selves.
—Bjorn Dihle, Outdoor Life, 4 Sep. 2025
Social media has significantly influenced the current generation entering the workforce, primarily by weakening character dimensions such as integrity, where people struggle with identity development and their authentic selves.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
With the help of rush coaches Bill Alverson and Brandis Bradley, the moms on the show encourage their daughters to show sororities their best selves.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Each has a unique strength to achieve the ultimate endeavor-not launching just another beverage but encouraging people to pursue their better selves every day.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2025
Years pass by, and Togashi and Komiya meet again as rivals on the track and reveal their true selves.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for selves
Noun
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Each of the stars has been subjected to intense scientific scrutiny over recent decades, revealing fascinating insights into their diverse natures.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Tag fighting names are beloved for their chaotic natures, which see multiple characters popping normals, specials, or supers, and Invincible VS is no different.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
9 Aug. 2025
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As their mismatched personalities stir tension with each other — and the group — old resentments bubble up, forcing them to reckon with their relationship and the lives waiting for them back home.—
Hannah Kerns,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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The Bundestrainer prioritized squad building over trying to shoehorn big personalities into the team.—
Manuel Veth,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Gray tones, blacks, murky greens, and of course, the midnight blue complete the look.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
6 Sep. 2025
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Loloi x Magnolia Home Millie Area Rug With soft gold tones, this area rug looks great with most decor.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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Familiar names pepper the script, but characters’ circumstances, identities, and motivations have been significantly altered.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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Full of big, shouty drill sergeants, lovable characters and deep introspection, the series is earnest and refreshing.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Selves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/selves. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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