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as in choice
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
he doesn't want to go to the sales conference, but he doesn't have that liberty
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as in autonomy
the state of being free from the control or power of another
the hope that the country's first-ever elections will usher in a new era of liberty and respect for the rule of law
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Recent Examples of liberty
That doesn’t mean, however, that historical analogy is a good way to decide hard questions of constitutional liberties.
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Noah Feldman,
Twin Cities,
25 June 2026
One thing that can unite us all — and all lovers of liberty, for that matter — is those Latin American national anthems.
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Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
25 June 2026
Every industry takes liberties when certain situations arise.
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Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
This regional passion for liberty culminated in the alleged signing of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence in May 1775, that’s 15 months before the Continental Congress’s formal declaration, solidifying the area’s reputation as a key epicenter of the early revolutionary movement.
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Caitlin McGlade,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for liberty
Noah Feldman,
Twin Cities,
25 June 2026
One thing that can unite us all — and all lovers of liberty, for that matter — is those Latin American national anthems.
—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
25 June 2026
Every industry takes liberties when certain situations arise.
—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
This regional passion for liberty culminated in the alleged signing of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence in May 1775, that’s 15 months before the Continental Congress’s formal declaration, solidifying the area’s reputation as a key epicenter of the early revolutionary movement.
—
Caitlin McGlade,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liberty
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Miltos’ Greek Table at Andronis Luxury Suites is the Oia choice for travelers who want romance.
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Vic makes some baffling choices here, buzzing in twice on the first word in the series without hearing the rest, and getting eliminated from multiple rounds five seconds in.
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The First Amendment prohibits such an assault on Gateway's religious autonomy and freedom.
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Any other solution, even one motivated by a desire to protect your guests from harm, cannot avoid also looking like an intrusion into personal autonomy and a negative judgment on character.
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With retail prices starting around $19,000 for entry models and climbing past $100,000 for advanced ones, rentals offer a more accessible option.
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Shop the comfortable, chic outfit-polisher in five color options, plus more Italian leather flats under $100.
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Both countries have stepped up efforts to safeguard freedom of navigation and uphold international law in the strait, including hosting a summit with 51 other nations in April.
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And so really the differences that freedom represents to every American but all represented under that one flag.
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These distinct sauce styles are all rooted in traditions that developed in the coastal South, influenced by shifting populations, regional preferences, and supply chains.
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As carbuyers' preferences have shifted, pricier vehicles have become the norm at dealerships, leaving budget-conscious shoppers with fewer affordable models to choose from.
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Hezbollah denounces the deal as a threat to Lebanese sovereignty, while Israeli leaders vow not to cede ‘a millimeter’ until the group is fully disarmed.
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Hernandez frames message sovereignty as the answer to a question every leader needs to sit with.
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Unlike the 13 colonies that declared independence from Britain, both Florida colonies remained loyal to the British Crown throughout the American Revolution, according to historian and author Mike Bunn.
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The marker commemorates those who fought for independence in the Revolutionary War.
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Yet the careful reader will appreciate the significance of the Puritan Cromwell’s independency.
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His seemingly daily attacks on freedom of speech, the independency of the judiciary, the right to vote and other pillars of our constitutional system are bolstered by an intensely loyal fan base.
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“Liberty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liberty. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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