self

Example Sentences

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Its security force is now a shell of its former self.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

But you seem comfortable putting your physical self in these situations that are dangerous.

From Slate • May 19, 2026

It’s like my past self knew this thing with Jon wasn’t over.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

This sense of his musical self is what sets Thompson apart — and defines his craft.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

He knew she was back to her old self when she picked out a blue hat with a white feather tucked into the band.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova