Definition of self-dependentnext

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Recent Examples of self-dependent The film’s plot is inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s philosophy that Indians should be self-dependent to achieve their goals. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Mar. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-dependent
independent
Adjective
  • Four years ago, Tennessee's governor ordered another independent review into capital punishment after abruptly stopping the April 2022 execution of Oscar Smith.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
  • LionTree is an independent banking firm, investing in companies such as Fanatics and Fubo and advising high-profile deals such as Amazon’s acquisition of MGM and the merger of CBS and Viacom.
    — Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2026

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“Self-dependent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-dependent. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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