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Meanings of became self in English

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Usage of became self in English
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Ludowika's manner toward him became self-possessed, even animated; and, Howat thought, preoccupied.
The Three Black Pennys: A Novel
2
I began to feel that I needed foundation, and became self-conscious without it.
The Irish Times
3
The young immature creature became self-conscious, began to feel the ferments of growth.
The History of David Grieve
4
After many generations, the hexes became self-sufficient communities if they worked.
Midnight at the well of souls
5
Potter, who became self-employed in November, is one of those people.
The Daily Telegraph
6
He became self-conscious and kept glancing round to see if they were observed.
A Room with a View
7
He was surprised to notice that Janet blushed and became self-conscious.
Clayhanger
8
That was something humans were puzzling over long before 01001111 first became self-aware.
Sea of Rust
9
I wasn't a latchkey kid, but I became self-reliant early on.
Between a heart and a rock place: a memoir
10
In the interval it was the girl who became self-possessed.
The River's End
11
Under the 1948 Home Rule Act the islands became self-governing.
BBC
12
Another 16 per cent did so because they became self-employed.
The Irish Times
13
She became self-employed and now runs an award-winning digital company.
The Guardian
14
Voices grew muted, smiles quivered on nervous lips, then faded, and gestures became self-conscious.
Creepers
15
Roused thoroughly from his enchantment he became self-conscious; a feeling of shyness came over him.
Tales Of Hearsay
16
They both noticed then that he was holding her, and both became self-conscious about it.
The Valley of Horses
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