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independence

[in-di-pen-duhns] / ˌɪn dɪˈpɛn dəns /


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The CTA is an arrangement dating back to 1922 when 26 of Ireland's 32 counties were granted a large degree of independence by the UK.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Bosnia, playing in the World Cup for the second time since gaining independence, is led by 40-year-old Edin Dzeko, the country’s all-time leader in caps and goals.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Up until this point, my son had been an authorized user on one of my cards, but after turning 20 he wanted more independence.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Sanchez has promised wage increases and sought to reassure investors by pledging to maintain an open economy and central bank independence, key to economic stability.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Mrs. Bennet had no turn for economy, and her husband’s love of independence had alone prevented their exceeding their income.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen




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