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independence

[in-di-pen-duhns] / ˌɪn dɪˈpɛn dəns /


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In December, the Israeli government became the first country to recognise the independence of Somaliland since it declared its autonomy from Somalia in 1991 following a civil war.

From Barron's

There are estimated to be over a million ethnic Bengalis now living in Pakistan, many of whom arrived during the war, after which East Pakistan declared independence and became Bangladesh.

From Barron's

Hassett’s remarks raised concerns about Federal Reserve independence and academic freedom.

From Barron's

On Saturday, he was given a ceremonial welcome and paid tribute to India's independence hero Mahatma Gandhi, before holding the meeting with Modi.

From Barron's

But I feel very strongly that central bank independence is something that should not be damaged and that is precious for the whole of the society, to which the central bank has responsibility.

From The Wall Street Journal