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as in autonomy
the ability to care for one's self
children are supposed to achieve some measure of independence by the time they are 18—so it's time for that 30-year-old to move out!
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as in sovereignty
the state of being free from the control or power of another
college freshmen often revel in their newfound independence
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Recent Examples of independence
To have more independence, book a two- or three-bedroom apartment or an opulent villa with up to eight bedrooms and call in a private chef as needed for amazing meals.
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Kathryn Romeyn, AFAR Media, 16 May 2025
Millionaires once had a rarefied mystique, inspiring curiosity and causing envy among everyday Americans who dreamed of financial independence.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 16 May 2025
Their livelihoods and social lives and careful dance of adherence to and independence from Mormonism depend on it.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 15 May 2025
The Athletic maintains full editorial independence in all our coverage.
—Tyler Holzhammer, New York Times, 3 May 2025
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Kathryn Romeyn, AFAR Media, 16 May 2025
Millionaires once had a rarefied mystique, inspiring curiosity and causing envy among everyday Americans who dreamed of financial independence.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 16 May 2025
Their livelihoods and social lives and careful dance of adherence to and independence from Mormonism depend on it.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 15 May 2025
The Athletic maintains full editorial independence in all our coverage.
—Tyler Holzhammer, New York Times, 3 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for independence
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In December 1970, Pakistan held parliamentary elections amid widespread demands by Bengalis for greater autonomy.—
Simon Montlake,
Christian Science Monitor,
16 May 2025
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The law is working exactly as intended — helping people facing unbearable suffering to die on their own terms, with dignity and autonomy.—
Christie Golemb,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
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Even after the restoration of full sovereignty with German reunification in 1990, German officials still trod lightly.—
Mark I. Vail,
The Conversation,
16 May 2025
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As a result, its ability to translate regulatory ambitions into digital sovereignty is limited.—
Ian Bremmer,
Foreign Affairs,
13 May 2025
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Directed by James Ponsoldt (Shrinking) and co-written by Ponsoldt and Segel, the film is described as the chilling story of one man holding the key to another’s freedom.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
12 May 2025
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Supporters of the hostages expressed frustration that the Israeli leadership has not achieved their freedom while the U.S. struck its own deal with Hamas for the release of a U.S. citizen.—
Hadeel Al-Shalchi,
NPR,
12 May 2025
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This visit was very important signal for our partners that Kyiv, much more safety right now, and also very important signal that Great Britain stay together with Ukraine, support Ukraine -- support our country in the fight for our freedom, for our independency.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2022
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Yet the careful reader will appreciate the significance of the Puritan Cromwell’s independency.—
Barton Swaim,
WSJ,
27 Dec. 2021
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Enhancing the efficiency, effectiveness, and accountability of treatment delivery, investing in health care workers and infrastructure, leveraging advances in technology, and engaging the diaspora to invest in the ecosystem will expedite this transition to full self-sufficiency.—
Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli,
Time,
8 May 2025
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His self-sufficiency becomes self-sabotage, preventing healing that might have been possible.—
Jeremy Bradley-Silverio Donato,
Forbes.com,
6 May 2025
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Living in such isolation has taught Wendy about self-reliance, but also about the unique warmth of the rural Mexican community.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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Research reveals how traditional masculine norms—like emotional stoicism, self-reliance and achievement orientation—directly conflict with practices that enhance leadership effectiveness.—
Anna Barnhill,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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“Independence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/independence. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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