independent
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“I’ve actually seen backdoor references help people more often, as opposed to being a detriment,” says independent recruiter Kelli Hrivnak.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
"In cases where a student is unhappy with the outcome of their appeal, they have the right to seek an independent review from the office of the independent adjudicator," a spokesman said.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
A strict no-logs policy is essential, ideally one verified by recent independent audits.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
The Haitian Revolution may seem out of place in an exhibition celebrating the U.S., but Haiti was the second independent nation in the Western Hemisphere.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 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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