independent
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One example is extensive, independent testing to ensure the effectiveness and reliability of critical systems, which can mean life or death for servicemembers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
“And the damages paid to the states should be remitted to the independent venues, promoters, festivals, and fans that have suffered under Live Nation’s monopolistic reign over the last 15 years.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 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
He noted that Mladenov believed Israel was unlikely to accept the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Although everyone is singing exactly the same tune, at any particular time different people will be singing different parts of it, so the final effect is of independent parts.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
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