anata

British

/ ˈænətə /

noun

Sanskrit word: anatman. (in Theravada Buddhism) the belief that since all things are constantly changing, there can be no such thing as a permanent, unchanging self: one of the three basic characteristics of existence Compare anicca dukkha

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Etymology

Origin of anata

Pali, literally: no self

Example Sentences

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A major taxi association, Anata, has distanced itself from Monday's violence but vowed to continue the three-day strike, saying "the voice of the taxi drivers reflects the outcry of the Angolan people".

From BBC

His nonprofit “Anata no Ibasho,” or “A Place for You,” is run entirely by volunteers.

From Washington Times

Counseling through online chats can be a challenge, because all you have are words, said Sumie Uehara, a counselor who volunteers at Anata no Ibasho.

From Washington Times

Ozora has begun compiling data from Anata no Ibasho for a research project.

From Washington Times

Anata no Ibasho has received more than 15,000 online messages asking for help, or about 130 a day.

From Washington Times

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