self

Example Sentences

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“I had to devote my whole self to it. It was so all-encompassing that I could think of nothing else.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Borgli digs deep into Emma’s psyche, pairing explanations from current-day Emma with glimpses of her younger self, wonderfully realized by Jordyn Curet.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Lewis admitted some of the witness stories were compelling and "would have an effect" on him as he pondered them before his rational self took over.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Industry experts say that Kimwolf today is a shadow of its former self.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Then he dropped his whole self into a chair.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce