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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Examples of independence in a Sentence
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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Among the many topics discussed, both candidates used the occasion to position American energy independence as key to the country’s future, unusually highlighting the topic.
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Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2024
The Swiss fight for independence against the Austrian Hapsburgs is mythologized in director Nick Hamm’s throwback take on the eponymous folk hero.
—Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2024
This past weekend, on September 7, Brazilians celebrated their independence from the Portuguese, which was declared in 1822 amid a two-year war.
—Tracy Scott Forson, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Sep. 2024
In addition to our ethical and sustainable production practices, our employment strategy invests in providing pathways toward economic independence and sustained sobriety for women who are exiting addiction.
—Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 9 Sep. 2024
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Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2024
The Swiss fight for independence against the Austrian Hapsburgs is mythologized in director Nick Hamm’s throwback take on the eponymous folk hero.
—Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2024
This past weekend, on September 7, Brazilians celebrated their independence from the Portuguese, which was declared in 1822 amid a two-year war.
—Tracy Scott Forson, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Sep. 2024
In addition to our ethical and sustainable production practices, our employment strategy invests in providing pathways toward economic independence and sustained sobriety for women who are exiting addiction.
—Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 9 Sep. 2024
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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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