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as in trick
an odd or peculiar habit
the novelist gives each character an assortment of individualisms that sets them apart
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as in identity
the set of qualities that make a person different from other people
his individualism and epic vision set him well apart from other architects of his generation
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Recent Examples of individualism
Yet Marling is transfixed not by the individualism of the nuclear family, but the patterns that transcend generations.
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Pitchfork, 3 Dec. 2024
And that, in a way, goes back to this whole idea of individualism too.
—Lauren Goode, WIRED, 21 Nov. 2024
In the fifties, individualism and persistence were similar all over the country.
—Sofia Shchukina, NPR, 3 Sep. 2024
There’s a lot of individualism going on in the situation where fans don’t really care about the bigger picture.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 28 Nov. 2024
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Pitchfork, 3 Dec. 2024
And that, in a way, goes back to this whole idea of individualism too.
—Lauren Goode, WIRED, 21 Nov. 2024
In the fifties, individualism and persistence were similar all over the country.
—Sofia Shchukina, NPR, 3 Sep. 2024
There’s a lot of individualism going on in the situation where fans don’t really care about the bigger picture.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 28 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for individualism
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As for the pineapple addition to the drink, eating the fruit is another common, nonmedical trick that people suggest for getting labor started (some people also swear by it when trying to conceive).Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2024
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The gods prove cruel but not omnipotent, and the modern settings exert their own redemptive pull; the final effect is that of a magic trick, in which the characters manage, in each film’s miraculous closing moments, to slip the bonds of tragedy.Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 18 Dec. 2024
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As the identity of everyone is obvious and the timeline of events is precise, this does not dilute the film’s impact.Richard Kuipers, Variety, 17 Dec. 2024
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Police, however, know the suspect's identity and have executed a search warrant on the person's residence; Barnes said the family is cooperating in the investigation.KC Baker, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
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Once the model has learned the defining traits of your ideal wine enthusiasts, it can be applied to score the entire prospect universe, surfacing the individuals with the highest likelihood to convert.Agastya Kumar Komarraju, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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The quantitative risk-takers of the River and those who take physical risks—astronauts, deep-sea explorers, NFL players—have these traits in common.Nate Silver, WIRED, 19 Dec. 2024
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The visionary highlights the concept of The Third Entity™, a framework developed by CRR Global that views relationships as distinct entities with their own personalities and dynamics.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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In October, Cuomo hosted a two-hour primetime special featuring a discussion about the 2024 election with guests including sports personality Stephen A. Smith and entrepreneur Mark Cuban.Todd Spangler, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
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Genomic sequences of viruses are shared on this platform, and using genetic detective work, trees that trace the genetic characteristics and evolution of viruses are built.Geraldine Castro, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024
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Lauded by the ancient Greeks, hubris is the devastating, dangerous and of course exciting characteristic which often led to the hero’s downfall.Matt Grobar, Deadline, 19 Dec. 2024
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Shoppers are increasingly embracing resale platforms and secondhand marketplaces, drawn by their affordability, individuality, and sustainability credentials.Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Gone are the days of safe suits and boring accessories—long live individuality!Christian Allaire, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
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Kim and actress, Yoon Se-ah, who plays his wife, excel in the mysterious expressions and robotic mannerisms that make the story all the more compelling.Joan MacDonald, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The key to this is that the studio used the likeness of Harrison Ford, whose looks and mannerisms are intrinsic to the character.Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 10 Dec. 2024
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And, as the world grows heavier, delight can be found in the eccentricities and achievements of our fellow humans.Carolyn Wells, Longreads, 13 Dec. 2024
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Come for the meta eccentricity, stay for a revelatory, movie-stealing performance from Adam Pearson. Where to watch: Video on demand What was 2024's best movie?Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Individualism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/individualism. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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