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self-discipline

[self-dis-uh-plin, self-] / ˌsɛlfˈdɪs ə plɪn, ˈsɛlf- /










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He wants the nation to reflect on the things that he’s asked his own son to understand: “self-restraint and self-discipline and self-control.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Jackson traveled the country preaching self-esteem and self-discipline.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

But showing iron will, great determination and self-discipline, Pant fought his way back from what seemed a dead-end to his career.

From BBC • Dec. 7, 2024

I can get lost in an algorithm on my phone and having the self-discipline to stop and be here now is an ongoing journey.

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2024

Courtney admired his self-discipline, which she felt she had in short supply.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove




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