Themselves

usgb/ðəmˈselvz/
pronoun

Used to refer back to the people or things previously mentioned as the object of a verb or preposition to show the action affects them.

They looked at themselves in the mirror.
Visual representation of "themselves" - Used to refer back to the people or things previously mentioned as the object of a verb or preposition to show the action affects them.

Often appears as...

  • proud of themselves
  • talk amongst themselves
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Mirror Reflection

Shows people or things acting on themselves, like literally reflecting.

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In their excitement, the dancers spun themselves around.
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Personal Effect

Indicates the action directly affects the people involved.

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They made themselves a cozy home.
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