self-reliant
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“It’s all very self-reliant farmers and ranchers out here. We don’t want any property tax.”
From Salon • May 3, 2026
His continuing push toward increasing China's production of renewable energy will allow the country to be more self-reliant.
From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026
Chinese officials have encouraged businesses to align themselves with the national goal of becoming self-reliant in technology, particularly in areas like chips.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026
Another potential positive: Increased demand for the country’s asset-heavy companies—shipbuilding, shipping, defense, and electric energy—in a push to boost national security and become more self-reliant.
From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026
As a farmer’s daughter, Elizebeth had the skills to be self-reliant, but it was hard to find the time—and the supplies.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
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