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self-confidence

[self-kon-fi-duhns, self-] / ˌsɛlfˈkɒn fɪ dəns, ˈsɛlf- /
NOUN
self assurance
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His self-confidence stems from a deep understanding of the rival he faces.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Parents say having positive women of color as role models is crucial for building self-confidence in girls of color.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

"Iceland is strong economically, but also in terms of national self-confidence, and thus able to make this decision," she said.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

But he has a mandate that says Chilean self-confidence is back and voters will want him to put it to good use.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

Of course, it was not only childish defiance and her recent very unexpected and hard won self-confidence which led her to this demand.

From "The Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka




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