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independent

[in-di-pen-duhnt] / ˌɪn dɪˈpɛn dənt /


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Phrases like "AI decided" or "ChatGPT knows" can make systems seem more independent or intelligent than they actually are.

From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026

With the instantaneity of electrohydraulic power, the independent suspension puts real muscle into the car’s ride quality, chassis control and stability systems—provided you can ever get it near its limits to tell.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

With Mejia’s addition, Democrats will have 214 representatives, while Republicans have 217, and one independent caucuses with the GOP.

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2026

“That’s what is killing independent restaurants in this city.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

The cities of Germany are completely independent, they control little surrounding territory, they obey the emperor when they please, and they fear neither him nor any other nearby power.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli




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