independent
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But Sir Brian Leveson, the Investigatory Powers Commissioner, who provides independent oversight of the use of surveillance powers, has previously criticised media use of the term "backdoor", external.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
“We’re proud to extend this model to the independent community, and we look forward to welcoming more partners as we continue to build.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
Paoletta has also fought against the independent Government Accountability Office’s efforts to tamp down the OMB’s violations of budget law.
From Slate ● Aug. 4, 2026
An independent review will now be set up into the governance of GBS.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
These were not independent sciences but a family group which held a set of geometrical techniques and measuring instruments in common.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
But any nominee will have to unite Platner's wounded supporters with moderates, independents and women voters wary of a party that just watched its chosen candidate implode.
From Barron's ● Jul. 9, 2026
Seventy-two percent of Democrats, 71% of independents and 53% of Republicans agreed with that statement.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 24, 2026
Determined to preserve the state’s tradition of supporting independents, while also solving the spoiler problem such candidates could create, Mainers approved the reform through a statewide initiative.
From Salon ● Jun. 9, 2026
The University of Michigan’s conclusion is that its survey findings track closely with the attitudes of independents, making it as reliable as it’s ever been.
From MarketWatch ● May 22, 2026
“Every hotel concierge knows who to call if some guest wants tickets. All I’m sayin’ is, it’s not as easy as you think for a couple of independents.
From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar
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