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as in assured
having or showing great faith in oneself or one's abilities
you'll need to be confident—even in the face of rejection—if you want to pursue a career in show business
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as in sure
having or showing a mind free from doubt
we were confident that the directions we had been given were accurate
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Recent Examples of confident
But Edelstein, who is staying on temporarily as a volunteer during the transition, is confident the new owners will get a handle on how to serve the customers.
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Ricardo Torres, jsonline.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Even so, Napier remains confident his star quarterback is on track to return for a pivotal season for the fourth-year UF coach and his program.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Aug. 2025
Blackburn is confident the state will boost warning systems soon, but said that turning the tide on land use regulations could take years.
—Bayliss Wagner, Austin American Statesman, 1 Aug. 2025
Yet, 60% aren't confident in their organization’s data-AI readiness to enable this outcome.
—Jesse Todd, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
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Ricardo Torres, jsonline.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Even so, Napier remains confident his star quarterback is on track to return for a pivotal season for the fourth-year UF coach and his program.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Aug. 2025
Blackburn is confident the state will boost warning systems soon, but said that turning the tide on land use regulations could take years.
—Bayliss Wagner, Austin American Statesman, 1 Aug. 2025
Yet, 60% aren't confident in their organization’s data-AI readiness to enable this outcome.
—Jesse Todd, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for confident
Adjective
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Much of the housing stock is too pricey, the clientele too assured of its own tastes (and perhaps reluctant to invite in the hordes).—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
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That feels like the grandest lesson of Simpson’s modest but assured film.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
16 July 2025
Adjective
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Calls of three and four clubs agree diamonds, for sure.—
Deb Harvell,
Arkansas Online,
17 Aug. 2025
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But one thing is for sure — Albin’s team is ready to face an opponent who is not wearing green and white.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Aug. 2025
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Given the optimistic tone coming from so many world leaders ahead of Donald Trump’s Friday meeting with Vladimir Putin, one might be forgiven for believing a peaceful end to Russia’s war in Ukraine was merely hours away.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
14 Aug. 2025
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Pellegrino did not have specific numbers on ticket sales or corporate sales for this week’s tournament, but was optimistic that the BMW Championship could match or even exceed last year’s numbers.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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This long-standing promotion, dating back to the 1940s, generates significant positive publicity for George Webb.—
Ricardo Torres,
jsonline.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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For an even more affordable option, this one from Amazon is under $50 and backed by positive customer reviews.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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While investors are hopeful for a mild landing for the U.S. economy, how dire could the situation become if another recession occurs?—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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But the researchers are hopeful that time-sensitive projects will find adequate funding.—
Calista Oetama,
Sacbee.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The Map feature is off by default, and there are also options to hide certain locations, updates from certain people, and more.—
Regina Cho,
VIBE.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Mainstream rap is geared toward mass consumption, but the project’s disconnect with certain fans shows that everything isn’t meant for everybody.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Instead, opt for a more secure purse like this anti-theft messenger bag, which has a zipper at the top, locking compartments, slash-resistant material, and RFID-blocking panels.—
Jackie Cucco,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Aug. 2025
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If the sky turns ominous and thunder can be heard, find a secure place for shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Aug. 2025
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The proud West End native's work at Cincinnati Preschool Promise goes above and beyond her job description.—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
7 Aug. 2025
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Beatrice is also the proud new patron of Borne, a medical research charity endeavoring to end premature birth.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Confident.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confident. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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