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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
Sorry — no liberty or pursuit of happiness for them!
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Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2026
But players still take some liberties around those style rules.
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
The House defeated the measure, and the now-familiar female figure of liberty found her way onto American coins.
—Jake Lundberg, The Atlantic, 7 Jan. 2026
There's still a long road ahead for Venezuela to become a country of liberties, opportunities and justice for those Venezuelans who have been part of the opposition.
—Sergio Martínez-Beltrán, NPR, 7 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for liberty
Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2026
But players still take some liberties around those style rules.
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
The House defeated the measure, and the now-familiar female figure of liberty found her way onto American coins.
—Jake Lundberg, The Atlantic, 7 Jan. 2026
There's still a long road ahead for Venezuela to become a country of liberties, opportunities and justice for those Venezuelans who have been part of the opposition.
—Sergio Martínez-Beltrán, NPR, 7 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for liberty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for liberty
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For a more specialized fit, the Petite Wide-leg Pants are an excellent choice for shorter shoppers, while the Curvy Wide-leg Pants are just as comfortable and flattering (and on sale for almost $40 off).—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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This is evidence that color drenching is a more recent design choice and might not be timeless.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
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McDaniel could have autonomy over Philadelphia’s offense and build a career at a place that’s been a springboard during the past decade.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
14 Jan. 2026
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As legal risks grow, so does their determination to protect access and bodily autonomy.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
14 Jan. 2026
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Take a cue from Nicole Kidman and swap bulky trainers for a sleeker option that styles effortlessly from the plane to wherever the day takes you.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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Silver plans are a middle-tier option that the ACA marketplaces offer for qualifying consumers.—
David Lightman,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Authorities have not said whether the incident constitutes a hate crime, but Jackson Mayor John Horhn framed it as an attack on the Jewish faith and religious freedom.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Jan. 2026
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But those hoping for a decisive intervention that tips the balance toward freedom will be disappointed.—
Bobby Ghosh,
Time,
11 Jan. 2026
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Imagine a morning yoga session guided by a virtual instructor on your living room wall, followed by a coffee brewed by a smart kitchen that knows your preferences.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
15 Jan. 2026
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Unlike traditional food banks, the Magnolia Project resembles a boutique grocery store where clients shop for themselves, choosing items that fit their dietary needs, religious beliefs and cultural preferences.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Jan. 2026
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The new agreement says that Ukraine’s sovereignty and its ability to defend itself are non-negotiable elements of any peace deal and warned that its self-defense is essential to its own security and wider Euro-Atlantic stability.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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Fundamentally, sending in our own military to make the arrest on foreign soil without the consent of the other country would still violate international law and the sovereignty of Venezuela.—
Elie Mystal,
Washington Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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In some countries, their recent liberation from imperial rule (The Philippines, Iran, Morocco, among others), tinged the era with eagerness for a future defined by independence.—
Diana Arterian,
Literary Hub,
15 Jan. 2026
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Several former heads of the central bank have come out against the move, characterizing it as an attempt to undermine the independence of the Federal Reserve, which is authorized by Congress to set monetary policy independent of the President's wishes.—
Time,
Time,
14 Jan. 2026
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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
Cite this Entry
“Liberty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liberty. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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