independent

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He said he wanted to establish an independent commission to carry out a full examination of recruitment, reporting and monitoring procedures.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Mr. Sanders, an independent, is a U.S. senator from Vermont.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

McCawley added that the dismissal of the harassment claims was based on the court’s determination that Lively was an independent contractor rather than an employee, not a finding that the alleged conduct did not occur.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

"I have commissioned an independent review led by a leading KC which is looking at every aspect of our handling of this case."

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“No, sir! I am an independent woman now.”

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë