as in independent
able to take care of oneself or itself without outside help
a program to help teenagers become self-dependent
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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.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Mar. 2023
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Mar. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-dependent
independent
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My administration will establish clear policy that bans deputy gangs and gang-like behavior, protect whistleblowers, and create safe, independent channels to report misconduct.—
Opinion Staff,
Daily News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Legislators should demand independent safety data, not industry assurances, before opening Chicago’s streets to widespread autonomous vehicle deployment.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Self-dependent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-dependent. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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