as in independence
the ability to care for one's self
self-sufficiency is a goal that all teenagers should work towards
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Recent Examples of self-sufficiency
Critics fear the restriction could derail those working towards self-sufficiency — defeating the goal time-limit supporters hope to achieve.
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Charlotte Kramon, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2025
As external aid declines and donor priorities shift, self-sufficiency becomes both a strategic and financial imperative.
—Francisca Mutapi, semafor.com, 4 Aug. 2025
With Mercury retrograde in your sign starting on the 15th, old fears around your self-sufficiency might be resurfacing.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2025
Henry said her goal was to create a lasting impact by helping children develop confidence and self-sufficiency.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 July 2025
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Charlotte Kramon, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2025
As external aid declines and donor priorities shift, self-sufficiency becomes both a strategic and financial imperative.
—Francisca Mutapi, semafor.com, 4 Aug. 2025
With Mercury retrograde in your sign starting on the 15th, old fears around your self-sufficiency might be resurfacing.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2025
Henry said her goal was to create a lasting impact by helping children develop confidence and self-sufficiency.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for self-sufficiency
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-sufficiency
Noun
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Importance of Fed independence While not addressing the White House demands for lower rates specifically, Powell did note the importance of Fed independence.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
22 Aug. 2025
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The Athletic maintains full editorial independence.—
Jenny Catlin,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Their speed and autonomy create new efficiencies but also lead to risks that legacy governance models often can’t manage.—
Ganesh Kirti,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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As federal, state and local officials negotiate legal and operational next steps for the capital's security, analysts and commentators are expected to continue to use the moment to debate the balance between public safety and local autonomy.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Aug. 2025
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And rural communities, with their strong culture of self-reliance, adaptability, resilience, and strong local ties, are uniquely positioned to benefit from and potentially lead this transformation.—
Bill Frist,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The move to greater … regional self-reliance for defence, energy, food and raw materials is a very long-term one.—
Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Self-sufficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-sufficiency. Accessed 2 Sep. 2025.
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