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ourselves

[ahr-selvz, ouuhr-, ou-er-] / ɑrˈsɛlvz, aʊər-, ˌaʊ ər- /


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“We not only make records for ourselves, but we also perform live for ourselves,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

“The idea that we should have to identify ourselves and create this link to our identity that removes our ability to safely and candidly critique power and wealth is crazy to me.”

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

By using each outcome to sharpen our edge we can better position ourselves for what comes next.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Consider how often we find ourselves turning away: As we pass someone on the street asking for help, we slightly avert our eyes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

Each told his neighbor what we had all heard for ourselves.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom