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[in-di-pen-duhnt] / ˌɪn dɪˈpɛn dənt /


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Independent fulfillment companies exist, but Amazon’s service is typically cheaper and integrates directly with the platforms small brands already sell on, such as Shopify, Etsy, TikTok Shop and eBay.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

Independent expenditures supporting Steyer’s bid for governor have been minimal compared with the record-breaking $212 million Steyer has donated to his own campaign as of Monday, according to the California secretary of state’s office.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

It is being led by the Independent Commission on Community and Cohesion, which describes itself as a non-partisan initiative responding to the "converging crises of social disconnection and division".

From BBC • May 17, 2026

But even then, said Patrick Huey, principal adviser at Victory Independent Planning in Naples, Fla., private-market investments probably shouldn’t make up more than a sliver of your portfolio.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Didu puts lipstick on for my first day at Carver Independent School.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins




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