as in confidence
great faith in oneself or one's abilities
for so young a pianist, he has remarkable composure and self-confidence on stage
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Recent Examples of self-confidence
Connecting with people who believe in you will build your self-confidence.
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Kathy Miller Perkins, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
People of all genders are enmeshed in the same communities — if men can help each other find their place amid changes in the culture and the labor market, that security and self-confidence will have ripple effects across their social networks.
—Celia Ford, Vox, 3 Dec. 2024
Proper hygiene practices can also help boost their self-confidence and set them up for professional success.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN, 3 Dec. 2024
The sun enters Capricorn on Dec. 21, energizing and revitalizing your stability-seeking second house of values, finances and self-confidence.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Dec. 2024
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Kathy Miller Perkins, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
People of all genders are enmeshed in the same communities — if men can help each other find their place amid changes in the culture and the labor market, that security and self-confidence will have ripple effects across their social networks.
—Celia Ford, Vox, 3 Dec. 2024
Proper hygiene practices can also help boost their self-confidence and set them up for professional success.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN, 3 Dec. 2024
The sun enters Capricorn on Dec. 21, energizing and revitalizing your stability-seeking second house of values, finances and self-confidence.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for self-confidence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-confidence
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Makeup, initially applied judiciously, becomes a heavily layered shellac, an attempt to gain confidence through cosmetics.Jenelle Riley, Variety, 20 Dec. 2024
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Jim has expressed confidence in Broadcom’s custom AI chip business, which is poised for significant growth in the years ahead.Paulina Likos, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2024
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Joe Custer, a key individual in the case, has submitted an affidavit detailing these assurances, admitting that Haas doesn't currently have the resources to charter their own Cup Series teams, and could therefore give there's to 23XI and FRM.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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The rhythm and soundscape of Arctic life For centuries, the Inuit have relied on an assurance of ice to support their hunting lifestyles.Stephanie Hanes, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Dec. 2024
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Mastering The Basics For broad leadership fundamentals, Katty Kay and Claire Shipman’s The Confidence Code: The Science And Art Of Self-Assurance—What Women Should Know examines the science behind self-assurance and how to apply it for career and leadership success.Cynthia Pong, JD, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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With his back to play and so close to his own goal, positional awareness and self-assurance is key.Thom Harris, The Athletic, 7 Aug. 2024
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Stay calm, maintain composure and do your best to get through tough situations.Tracy Brower, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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These videos make clear Maddow struggled to keep her composure while covering a report from The Associated Press about shelters for children separated from their parents at the U.S.-Mexico border during Trump's first presidential term.Andre Byik, USA TODAY, 26 Nov. 2024
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“Self-confidence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-confidence. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.
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