self-possessed

Example Sentences

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It’s impossible to know if Smith was really this self-possessed and ruminative as a child or if nostalgia has altered her perspective.

From Los Angeles Times

He unabashedly leans into that vibe here, even while wrangling his pair of self-possessed cats.

From Los Angeles Times

According to this account, Camilla was "self-possessed enough when they arrived at Paddington to jump off the train, find a guy in uniform and say 'That man just attacked me,' and he was arrested".

From BBC

"Mark is far more self-possessed and septical, possibly, of this company," says the 51-year-old, who played manager Ben Wyatt in comedy Parks and Recreation.

From BBC

My wise, self-possessed, inspirational friend says, “Cultivate your happy,” to balance the scales.

From Salon