self-contained
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But there’s also a nostalgia for catalogs as self-contained and curated; a static set of choices rather than pages and pages of search results.
From Salon ● Jul. 18, 2026
Although the movie is a continuation of the series, “The Mandalorian and Grogu” is a self-contained story that does not require any “Star Wars” homework.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026
"In the long run, self-contained people may not be able to survive in this competitive world," he said.
From Barron's ● May 18, 2026
This idea of self-contained escape has become a defining feature of recent travel patterns, with short domestic breaks offering a controlled and often more affordable alternative to longer holidays abroad.
From BBC ● Apr. 14, 2026
The spacecraft has its own self-contained radioactive power source.
From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan
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