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independent

[in-di-pen-duhnt] / ˌɪn dɪˈpɛn dənt /


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The National Federation of Independent Business reported a further fall in business optimism.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

The National Federation of Independent Business said that its small-business optimism index fell 0.6 points to 95.3 in May, remaining below its 52-year average of 98.0.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The country's official motto for 2026 is "Independent neutral Turkmenistan is the homeland of purposeful winged horses".

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Independent MPs David Pocock and Andrew Wilkie have thrown their support behind the review, which is being organised by not-for-profit group Australian Peace and Security Forum.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

"Like never. I take correspondence courses. Independent study."

From "Things Not Seen" by Andrew Clements




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