self-possession

Example Sentences

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That sense of sort of self-possession is quite admirable and, again, this is so new for the both of us.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

But nothing comes across more clearly in “Queen of Chess” than Judit Polgár’s unruffled self-possession.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

The 20-year-old back row has swagger and self-possession, and a side order of skulduggery.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2025

It’s given me this facility, and this self-possession.

From Salon • Aug. 11, 2024

“Well—the general air, the style, the self-possession, the—the—illusion—you know”, laughed Laurie, breaking down and helping himself out of his quandary with the new word.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott