self-reliance
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As an American, I naturally vibe to the idea of a no frills, indestructible work truck/life-mate, a mighty lever of self-reliance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026
Each bride receives a dowry of 100,000 naira, while a further 100,000 naira is provided as start-up capital to encourage small-scale entrepreneurship and help the couple achieve financial self-reliance after marriage.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
But her perspective is internet-era cosmopolitan; young but preternaturally wise about self-reliance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2026
China’s self-reliance push and growth in areas like AI, advanced manufacturing, and infrastructure are creating opportunities in tech and industrial stocks.
From Barron's ● Jun. 23, 2026
In fact, his duties at home gave him a sense of responsibility and self-reliance that made him seem older than he was.
From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John
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