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Self-interestedadjective
particularly concerned for one's own interest or happiness
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of self-interested in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of self-interested in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8
Examples of self-interested in a Sentence
She’s been a very clear advocate, not just in a sort of self-interested, ‘I’m just trying to take care of my kids’ [way], but more from the standpoint of every kid deserves a great opportunity.
The AMA could be right but obviously they are self-interested.
They will recount their memories, memories of a quarter century ago, memories that have been corrupted by things that have happened throughout the years, manipulated by a narcissistic man and self-interested civil lawyers, and a desire for a big jackpot of money.
Planned Parenthood's self-interested political maneuvers will never silence free speech or the citizen press.
We shouldnt write off tools that might help mitigate the problem. But we also must recognize that technology is no magic pill to stemming the pandemic, towns and the state should be wary of self-interested, privacy-invading companies using COVID-19 as a chance to market their products and create future business opportunities.
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