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Recent Examples of self-recognition
Researchers believed that would show some semblance of self-recognition.
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Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 21 Feb. 2025
Lent is a time of preparation and self-recognition prior to Easter.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 21 Feb. 2024
Even for members of this elite group, self-recognition is no instant achievement.
—Karen Wright, Discover Magazine, 11 Nov. 2019
Still, the findings suggest self-recognition might not be as exclusive as previously thought.
—Will Sullivan, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Oct. 2023
And this is not a matter of insincerity, as if shtick were masking a hidden core of authenticity; rather, performance emerges as the very essence of social life and of self-recognition.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 15 Aug. 2023
Such a response is regarded by scientists as proof of self-recognition; that the ants can see themselves.
—Philip Lymbery, Time, 27 July 2023
Although self-recognition is generally thought of as a visual ability, some animals, such as dogs, primarily rely on scent rather than sight.
—Grrlscientist, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2023
These leadership skills of self-recognition and acceptance, intuition, inter-/intrapersonal communication and self-compassion are essential conversations that everyone should be having.
—Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 13 Apr. 2023
Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 21 Feb. 2025
Lent is a time of preparation and self-recognition prior to Easter.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 21 Feb. 2024
Even for members of this elite group, self-recognition is no instant achievement.
—Karen Wright, Discover Magazine, 11 Nov. 2019
Still, the findings suggest self-recognition might not be as exclusive as previously thought.
—Will Sullivan, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Oct. 2023
And this is not a matter of insincerity, as if shtick were masking a hidden core of authenticity; rather, performance emerges as the very essence of social life and of self-recognition.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 15 Aug. 2023
Such a response is regarded by scientists as proof of self-recognition; that the ants can see themselves.
—Philip Lymbery, Time, 27 July 2023
Although self-recognition is generally thought of as a visual ability, some animals, such as dogs, primarily rely on scent rather than sight.
—Grrlscientist, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2023
These leadership skills of self-recognition and acceptance, intuition, inter-/intrapersonal communication and self-compassion are essential conversations that everyone should be having.
—Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 13 Apr. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-recognition
- self-awareness
- self-analysis
- introspection
- self-reflection
- self-examination
- self-observation
- soul-searching
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Dorn’s principal role is as a rare character with an ounce of self-awareness, who casts an outsider’s eye on proceedings and a supportive view of young Konstantin’s attempts to become a writer.—
Demetrios Matheou,
The Hollywood Reporter,
7 Mar. 2025
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How to strike the right balance Sharing the exact right amount about your personal life at work requires some self-awareness and professional discretion, Grant says.—
Ashton Jackson,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2025
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Zambra’s essays and stories contain plenty of reflection and self-analysis, but the fundamental purpose of the nonfiction that dominates the book is to show readers his son, his son’s world, and the overlapping but not identical world of fatherhood.—
Lily Meyer,
The Atlantic,
23 Dec. 2024
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The sociopolitical implications of his story—desperate poverty, harassment by the police, along with exploitation by the boxing business and its high-handed authorities—are balanced by his earnest self-analyses and the detailing of his home life.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
17 Oct. 2024
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For centuries, people have used cannabis for relaxation, introspection, and even spiritual practices.—
Matt Rozo,
The Mercury News,
28 Feb. 2025
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The month encourages Muslims to engage in a period of introspection and connectivity, with communal meals and prayers.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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Commit to Self-Reflection Becoming a better mentor requires a commitment to self-reflection.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
28 Feb. 2025
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The month of Ramadan serves as a time for self-reflection and spiritual growth.—
Amanda Castro,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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Under the guidance of their trainers, athletes undergo self-examination and trial-and-error strategies for improvement.—
Janine Schindler,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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This complicated story provides a unique tradition that anchors the institution of the Catholic Church, but can also block the church from critical self-examination and renewal.—
Daniel Speed Thompson,
The Conversation,
3 Mar. 2025
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Anyone who has tracked their daily steps or worn a glucose monitor can testify that self-observation works.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes,
7 Oct. 2024
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Moreover, self-observation might highlight a leader's tendency to let stress visibly affect their demeanor, inadvertently impacting team morale.—
Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio,
Forbes,
14 Feb. 2024
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The challenges have spurred soul-searching within the industry.—
Liang Lei,
CNBC,
26 Feb. 2025
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Claudine Jasper, the matriarch of Purpose, the latest work of irreverence and soul-searching by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins.—
Soraya Nadia McDonald,
Vulture,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Self-recognition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-recognition. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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