independent
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In his months on the panel last fall, he has shown an independent streak compared with some of his predecessors, who brought a more passive style to the post.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
Cuba’s currency has fallen to around 620 pesos to the dollar on the informal market, according El Toque, an independent Cuban news site that tracks the currency market.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
"We are also enhancing communication with patients, so they are fully informed about their care and ensuring access to independent second opinions where concerns remain," he added.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Another radical departure from precedent was the participation of Arthur Burns, the chair of the ostensibly independent Federal Reserve, in the crafting of Nixon’s shock therapy program.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
Using music activities and songs helps to greatly increase independent performance and reduce anxiety.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
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