individualism

Example Sentences

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Some Washington watchers have praised her for what they call her independence and individualism, while others say her accomplishments fall short of previous first ladies such as Michelle Obama, Hillary Clinton and Nancy Reagan.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026

Researchers say the trend is part of a broader move toward individualism among urban professionals, particularly women.

From Barron's • Dec. 27, 2025

He established a personalized imprint through music that nonetheless invited individualism and exuded a communal spirit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

Americans have historically been hyperfocused on individualism, which can make community-oriented thinking difficult.

From Salon • Sep. 16, 2025

There was a word for it in Newspeak: ownlife, it was called, meaning individualism and eccentricity.

From "1984" by George Orwell