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independence

[in-di-pen-duhns] / ˌɪn dɪˈpɛn dəns /


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What a triumph for the cause of human freedom promised in the Declaration of Independence.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Going forward, it was hoped that Southern governments would truly rest on the consent of the governed, as the Declaration of Independence had promised.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

The long life of the Declaration of Independence, wartime survival in Ukraine, the joy of soccer fandom, early human societies and more.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Trump signed an executive order last year establishing his own task force "to provide a grand celebration worthy of the momentous occasion of the 250th anniversary of American Independence".

From BBC • May 31, 2026

In a flash of inspiration, Stanton suggested using the Declaration of Independence as a model for their Declaration of Sentiments.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling




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