independence
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Britain kept control of the Chagos Islands after Mauritius gained independence in the 1960s.
From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026
After meeting Trump, Rutte told reporters that the U.S. is also trying to ensure that any arrangement they reach with the Danes and Greenlanders remains in force if Greenland achieves independence.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
UK-US military and intelligence cooperation will continue, but government sources point to increased British defence spending, a closer relationship with the EU and a push towards energy independence as evidence their wider approach is changing.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
In general, Nuveen finds the U.S. economy more resilient than others, not just because of its energy independence, but also because of the defensive nature of its technology sector.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 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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