ego
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In her company, Julian sheds most of his ego, engaging in intellectual tête-à-têtes about his past works and whether a forgery can ever really capture an artist’s intention and energy.
From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026
Check your ego, part II: Stop playing the wrong set of tees and move up to a manageable yardage.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
Taxes are a complicated task and it shouldn’t hurt anyone’s ego to ask for help.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026
McGuigan calls the brashness part of an "alter ego", suggesting Caroline is playing the part, but also sees a deeper link to the independence she has carved out.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
He was enchanted with himself, lost in his own ego.
From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys
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