independence
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"I got my independence, and then I was able to fight for myself. And now I can fight for as many young people as possible."
From BBC • May 17, 2026
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has previously stated that Taiwan does not need to declare formal independence because it already sees itself as a sovereign nation.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
The next chair has said a lot about the Federal Reserve’s independence and role in the economy over the years.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
The Fed’s interest rate committee has been showing much more independence over the past nine months with fewer unanimous decisions.
From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026
Leah was frustrated with the presumptuous Mrs. Kedzie and her little sisters’ attempt at independence.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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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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