independent
Example Sentences
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The vast majority of Greenland's 57,000 people want to become independent from Denmark, but do not wish to become part of the United States, according to a January opinion poll.
From Barron's
Two decades ago, China imported more arms than any other country, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, or Sipri, an independent think tank.
Agree on a simple rotation: one shared programme, one independent choice and a set period where screens are put away.
From BBC
An independent investigation into the cause of a train derailment will look into a raft of potential issues.
From BBC
An orthopedic surgeon who has treated her back problems and prescribed medications to help with her pain works for an independent practice, First State Orthopaedics.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
