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How to pronounce self-possession in English?

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Type Words
Synonyms possession, self-command, self-control, self-will, will power, willpower
Type of resolution, resolve, firmness of purpose, firmness, resoluteness
Has types presence of mind, nerves

Examples of self-possession

self-possession
This kind of self-awareness, and self-possession, are still Brownlee's hallmarks.
From the washingtonpost.com
On that possession, the Skyline defense first looked like its dominating self.
From the dallasnews.com
He wears jeans and has an almost actorly sense of self-possession about him.
From the time.com
There was a degree of self-possession and calm, as if he were born in a racing suit.
From the nzherald.co.nz
It is twisted and mad, and its choreography and self-possession are superb.
From the guardian.co.uk
His self-possession seemed all the more remarkable for his wry mildness.
From the washingtonpost.com
I notice this same lack of self-possession when I leave leftovers in the office lunchroom.
From the sfgate.com
Other designers played up the traditional image of female self-possession and authority.
From the washingtonpost.com
It was the sense of self-possession and professionalism she radiated.
From the newsobserver.com