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self-described

American  
[self-di-skrahybd] / ˈsɛlf dɪˈskraɪbd /

adjective

  1. described in one's own words about oneself; self-confessed.


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"I'm still in my training period, so I'm feeling a little nervous," the self-described "intern" said in an earnest female voice, explaining how the school provided tailored courses and certification for specific robot jobs.

From Barron's Aug. 19, 2026

I asked Natasha what’s driving Kimberly-Clark’s self-described “moonshot.”

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 4, 2026

And yet, as a self-described isolationist, said résumé might not exist if he were left to his own devices.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 29, 2026

Among self-described moderates, Talarico’s lead is even more pronounced, with the Democrat ahead 54% to 20%.

From Salon Jul. 29, 2026

In her bio she’s a self-described “bookworm obsessed with all things Scorpius Hawthorne,” and this common link is probably why she’s reaching out.

From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera

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