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self-confidence

[self-kon-fi-duhns, self-] / ˌsɛlfˈkɒn fɪ dəns, ˈsɛlf- /
NOUN
self assurance
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She was still feeling the effects of chemotherapy when she returned to the 2024 Strictly series which left her feeling void of self-confidence.

From BBC Jul. 28, 2026

One new program with $4.9 million of competitive funding available to groups to develop “civilizational self-confidence in Europe” is slated for “research, conferences, cultural engagements, and support for civil society” in wealthy democracies.

From Salon Jul. 21, 2026

"Just go in with self-confidence; you'll be solid."

From Barron's Jun. 7, 2026

Allen, never lacking in self-confidence, can afford to roll with the jokes.

From Los Angeles Times May 21, 2026

Pierced by every word that was spoken, the tight balloon of Bernard’s happy self-confidence was leaking from a thousand wounds.

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley




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