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as in trick
an odd or peculiar habit
the novelist gives each character an assortment of individualisms that sets them apart
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as in identity
the set of qualities that make a person different from other people
his individualism and epic vision set him well apart from other architects of his generation
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Recent Examples of individualism
What makes American individualism different is its strong competitive streak.
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K. Ward Cummings, Baltimore Sun, 10 Nov. 2024
By the ensuing decades, individualism morphed from these personal freedoms into placing a premium on one’s uniqueness and personal choice.
—Allie Volpe, Vox, 4 Nov. 2024
Organizational leaders need to build a culture of trust and transparency, educating employees on how to be skeptical consumers and conveyors of truth—celebrating the nationalism that connects them across the organization while also celebrating the individualism that often drives innovation.
—Steve Durbin, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Independent self-construal emphasizes individualism, direct communication or expression of thoughts, individual uniqueness, and internal features like a person’s abilities and feelings.
—Joy Emeh, Health, 9 Sep. 2024
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K. Ward Cummings, Baltimore Sun, 10 Nov. 2024
By the ensuing decades, individualism morphed from these personal freedoms into placing a premium on one’s uniqueness and personal choice.
—Allie Volpe, Vox, 4 Nov. 2024
Organizational leaders need to build a culture of trust and transparency, educating employees on how to be skeptical consumers and conveyors of truth—celebrating the nationalism that connects them across the organization while also celebrating the individualism that often drives innovation.
—Steve Durbin, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Independent self-construal emphasizes individualism, direct communication or expression of thoughts, individual uniqueness, and internal features like a person’s abilities and feelings.
—Joy Emeh, Health, 9 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for individualism
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There’s also Image Wand which does similar pic-making tricks in the Notes app and Genmoji, the custom emoji characters which are also based on prompts from you.David Phelan, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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Our fee-avoidance is more than a few money-saving tricks.Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
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Verify the caller's identity Following a basic routine that includes using a safe word is a good first line of defense against scammers.Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 17 Dec. 2024
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Police, however, know the suspect's identity and have executed a search warrant on the person's residence; Barnes said the family is cooperating in the investigation.KC Baker, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
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Vanney said his mother, Jeanette, who taught kindergarten for four decades, instilled those traits in him.Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
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Studies have suggested that musical taste is deeply tied to personality traits, and findings from a machine learning study run by Spotify offers a fresh perspective on this phenomenon.Diana Spehar, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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The visionary highlights the concept of The Third Entity™, a framework developed by CRR Global that views relationships as distinct entities with their own personalities and dynamics.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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Their pitch is seductive: a digital workforce imbued with the personality of your favorite brands, ready for your insomniac ping about sandals that don’t fit before a vacation.Craig S. Smith, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Nearly a decade ago, a journal called the Numismatic Chronicle published an article analyzing the rare coin’s characteristics—and noting some discrepancies in the alignment of its designs.Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Dec. 2024
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In a letter outlining examples of actors who would fit the characteristics, Carrey — along with Jack Nicholson, Robin Williams and Dustin Hoffman — was mentioned.Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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Table Of Contents Why People Layer Fragrances How to Layer Fragrances My Layering Method Why People Layer Fragrances As with any trend, individuality is highly coveted, and that is one of the many reasons why people like to layer their fragrances.Ariel Baker, StyleCaster, 12 Dec. 2024
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Each piece is a testament to individuality — where unexpected textures, materials and craftsmanship collide.WWD, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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Kim and actress, Yoon Se-ah, who plays his wife, excel in the mysterious expressions and robotic mannerisms that make the story all the more compelling.Joan MacDonald, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The key to this is that the studio used the likeness of Harrison Ford, whose looks and mannerisms are intrinsic to the character.Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 10 Dec. 2024
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And, as the world grows heavier, delight can be found in the eccentricities and achievements of our fellow humans.Carolyn Wells, Longreads, 13 Dec. 2024
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Come for the meta eccentricity, stay for a revelatory, movie-stealing performance from Adam Pearson. Where to watch: Video on demand What was 2024's best movie?Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Individualism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/individualism. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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