independent

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European Commission spokesperson Thomas Regnier said in a statement on Tuesday that elections were the "sole choice of the citizens," adding that "together, the commission and member states are building a stronger, more independent Europe."

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

The offer - aimed at avoiding industrial action – applied to doctors, nurses and auxiliary staff, but not homecare workers in the independent sector.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Don Lemon, the former CNN anchor turned independent journalist, had livestreamed the planned demonstration.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Postal Service are part of a 10-year plan that kicked off several years ago aimed at improving services and reducing costs at the independent federal agency.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Often these were cash-strapped independent merchants and laborers, and I was always surprised by the joy she took in saving a few dollars at their expense.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris