independence
noun
in·de·pen·dence
ˌin-də-ˈpen-dən(t)s 
1
: the quality or state of being independent
2
archaic
: competence sense 2
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Examples of independence in a Sentence
She asserted her independence from her parents by getting her own apartment.
He has shown a fierce independence of spirit.
A month after independence, elections were held.
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When New York declared independence from England and created its own Constitution in 1777, there was a governor and lieutenant governor, separately and independently elected.
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New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2025
In his December 31 report, Roberts expressed concerns that violence, intimidation, disinformation and threats to defy court judgments could undermine judicial independence.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
Avoidant attachment is characterized by independence, as well as difficulty forming connections and expressing emotions.
—Christin Perry, Parents, 6 Jan. 2025
However, a lack of autonomy growing up can strongly trigger the need for independence and reinforce negative attitudes about how future relationships may continue to be stifling.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2025
In his December 31 report, Roberts expressed concerns that violence, intimidation, disinformation and threats to defy court judgments could undermine judicial independence.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
Avoidant attachment is characterized by independence, as well as difficulty forming connections and expressing emotions.
—Christin Perry, Parents, 6 Jan. 2025
However, a lack of autonomy growing up can strongly trigger the need for independence and reinforce negative attitudes about how future relationships may continue to be stifling.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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“Independence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/independence. Accessed 13 Jan. 2025.
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independence
noun
in·de·pen·dence
ˌin-də-ˈpen-dən(t)s
: the quality or state of being independent : freedom from outside control or support
Geographical Definition
Independence
geographical name
In·de·pen·dence
ˌin-də-ˈpen-dən(t)s
city in western Missouri east of Kansas City population 116,830
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