self-sufficiency
noun
self-suf·fi·cien·cy
ˌself-sə-ˈfi-shən(t)-sē 
: the quality or state of being self-sufficient
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self-sufficiency is a goal that all teenagers should work towards
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These grants will provide crucial support and services to help thousands of Veterans on their journey back to self-sufficiency.
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Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
In fact, studies show that over 81% of customers attempt to resolve issues themselves before contacting a company representative, highlighting the strong preference for self-sufficiency.
—Jorrit De Groot, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Huawei, the company most connected to China’s drive for tech self-sufficiency, unveiled its AI chip plans on Thursday, laying down the product roadmap for a semiconductor division that’s become increasingly important to both the company and to the country more broadly.
—Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 18 Sep. 2025
Instead of chasing personal brand deals or viral fame, these creators are sharing practical skills, rallying volunteers, and spreading the message of self-sufficiency and mutual support.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
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Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
In fact, studies show that over 81% of customers attempt to resolve issues themselves before contacting a company representative, highlighting the strong preference for self-sufficiency.
—Jorrit De Groot, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Huawei, the company most connected to China’s drive for tech self-sufficiency, unveiled its AI chip plans on Thursday, laying down the product roadmap for a semiconductor division that’s become increasingly important to both the company and to the country more broadly.
—Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 18 Sep. 2025
Instead of chasing personal brand deals or viral fame, these creators are sharing practical skills, rallying volunteers, and spreading the message of self-sufficiency and mutual support.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for self-sufficiency
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“Self-sufficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-sufficiency. Accessed 28 Sep. 2025.
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