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individualist

[in-duh-vij-oo-uh-list] / ˌɪn dəˈvɪdʒ u ə lɪst /
NOUN
nonconformist
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Brazilian showman Lucas Pinheiro Braathen bagged South America's first-ever Winter Olympic medal on Saturday, his giant slalom victory capping a dream for the self-proclaimed individualist.

From Barron's Feb. 14, 2026

Part of his appeal also stems from his individualist candor and public distrust of institutions.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 9, 2025

“London produces young, individualist designers from all over the UK and who belong to multiple cultures... London supports and seeks out emerging talent like no other city.”

From BBC Sep. 14, 2024

They were subtle reminders that Bryant, as fierce of an individualist as he was, reveled in being a part of tradition.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 24, 2024

"Serious? I know they're serious. That's how come I brought them. This opportunist thinks that because he's got a little more education he's better than anybody else. He's what Brother Jack calls a petty—petty individualist!"

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison




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