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independent

[in-di-pen-duhnt] / ˌɪn dɪˈpɛn dənt /


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Spotify wants to give historic venues such as the Troubadour and the Paramount — and the independent musicians who play there — a boost.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Since then there has been a minor resurgence via boutique independent manufacturers, but one seldom sees a pinball machine in everyday spaces anymore.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

He noted that Mladenov believed Israel was unlikely to accept the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

The Apple CEO serves as Nike’s lead independent director and has sat on the board for more than a decade.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Even then, however, Madison’s habitual shyness and his willingness to remain within Jefferson's shadow probably concealed the extent of his independent influence on the partnership.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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