self-described
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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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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