independence
noun
in·de·pen·dence
ˌin-də-ˈpen-dən(t)s 
1
: the quality or state of being independent
2
archaic
: competence sense 2
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She asserted her independence from her parents by getting her own apartment.
He has shown a fierce independence of spirit.
A month after independence, elections were held.
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Vivianne Wandera, semafor.com, 13 Mar. 2026
As Europe races toward energy independence, this facility could become a primary feeder for a pipeline network meant to power the continent’s heavy industry.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 12 Mar. 2026
The Athletic maintains full editorial independence.
—Data Skrive, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Every spring, San Antonio comes alive with the annual Fiesta festival, a celebration of colorful culture hallmarked by the Battle of Flowers Parade, which was started to honor heroes who fought for Texas independence at the Alamo.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
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“Independence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/independence. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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independence
noun
in·de·pen·dence
ˌin-də-ˈpen-dən(t)s
: the quality or state of being independent : freedom from outside control or support
Geographical Definition
Independence
geographical name
In·de·pen·dence
ˌin-də-ˈpen-dən(t)s
city in western Missouri east of Kansas City population 116,830
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