as in nature
the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others
some believe that it's only in times of great stress that a person's true self is revealed
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as in solid
having or consisting of a single color
a self-red rose of a shade that hasn't been seen before
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Recent Examples of self
Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 8 Jan. 2026
After all, few people want to lose their thinking self entirely.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 8 Jan. 2026
Pam McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2023
The women's brains showed a clear divide between the areas of the brain activated by self and non-self MHCs.
—Breanna Draxler, Discover Magazine, 24 Jan. 2013
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Noun
To address the challenge the team developed a process based on a self-catalytic leaching mechanism.
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An inspector’s notes also stated there were cardboard containers on the floor, a non-self closing restroom door, no training documentation for the staff.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for self
Noun
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Plenty of us leave winter watering to nature and, in areas with adequate snow or rainfall, supplemental irrigation may not be needed.—
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Not infrequently, the questions of the past that is never lost and is irreplaceable in western art arise like a fascism, or a subordination to what remains of its dialectic nature, that relies on myth to legitimate fascism’s inseparable relation to beauty.—
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Even with the affair, David's alibi appeared to be solid, so Belinda's murder went unsolved for years.—
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Polka dots bring visual interest without overwhelming a look, pairing easily with solid staples.—
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Like fashion pieces, each person carries a unique combination of taste, personality, and lifestyle that sets them apart from others.—
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To make the most of your dress code, find ways to let your personality shine through by opting for something unique and on-trend, like denim, leopard print, or ditsy floral.—
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Not to mention the go-with-everything neutral hues these Ugg shoes are known for, including the ever-so-popular chestnut that is both nostalgic and remains on-trend.—
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The second official described Qatar as a neutral location where money can flow freely with US approval and without risk of seizure.—
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The system adapts to tone and intent without forcing app switching or blank-page starts.—
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Scott says these tones work beautifully across both flooring and wall surfaces, and create seamless, layered interiors that feel grounded and connected to nature.—
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If an all-black ensemble feels too boring, just switch it to another color—but keep it monochrome.—
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The British royal family member went green in a mostly monochrome sartorial statement with warm tones of gold to accentuate her attire.—
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For quick errands or working around the house, the EasySpirit Women’s Traveltime (now 35 percent off) is a sneaker-clog hybrid that features excellent cushioning and comes in a range of vibrant colors.—
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This 100 percent cotton trapeze-style dress comes in 11 colors and sizes S to XXL.—
Noun
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Ornery, bizarre, cantankerous, brilliant, talented, stubborn—all characters from our lives.—
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The show features figure skating, DJs, music and sing-alongs as Mickey Mouse, Goofy and other Disney characters hit the stage.—
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“Self.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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