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self-reliance

[self-ri-lahy-uhns, self-] / ˈsɛlf rɪˈlaɪ əns, ˌsɛlf- /


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Beijing’s bid for self-reliance remains a domestic growth driver.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

South Africa's health ministry responded by saying that though it had not been informed of this decision, it had "long been working on a self-reliance plan".

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

But we have always wanted to lead them to financial self-sufficiency and self-reliance, for them to work for a living, and for them to learn frugal habits.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 19, 2026

When the family moved from Ohio after his freshman year, Klugo’s self-reliance helped elevate the tennis team.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Midwifery had been Dad’s idea, one of his schemes for self-reliance.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover




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