independence
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Central bank independence is not just some academic preoccupation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Still, that independence is one of those fragile components of American democracy that rests on both laws and norms.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
The United States declared independence from the British crown 250 years ago - but this week, it could not get enough of it.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
Addressing Congress during celebrations marking 250 years since American independence from Britain, Charles stressed how the two nations' partnership was "born out of dispute, but no less strong for it."
From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026
Mr. Brooke looked up and said quickly, “Young ladies in America love independence as much as their ancestors did, and are admired and respected for supporting themselves.”
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
Vocabulary lists containing independence
The American Revolution - Introductory
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Eastern Europe - Introductory
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Pacific Islands - Introductory
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