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autonomy

[aw-ton-uh-mee] / ɔˈtɒn ə mi /


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“The shape and global standing of Europe’s steel sector are fundamental to our strategic autonomy and industrial strength,” Maros Sefcovic, the EU’s top trade negotiator, said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

“Lonna deserves what all women deserve — autonomy over her own body,” said attorney Lisa Bloom.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Beta simply grants Coltrane the autonomy to define her own experience, which shouldn’t be radical, and yet it is.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

Kugelman hailed Pakistan as "an unsung success story when it comes to strategic autonomy."

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Mostly, I relish the autonomy and minute-by-minute freedom of motion.

From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich




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