independent
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Whatever you as a parent need for your own complicated life, anyone over the age of 18 needs the same, because they are now considered independent beings.
From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026
That means over the next few days, Vijay will need to change from crowd-puller to coalition-builder, negotiating with smaller parties and independent legislators to cross the threshold and stake a claim to power.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
Beretta can nominate two independent directors to Ruger’s board and agreed to a three-year standstill on activist actions.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026
In 2022, “E.T.” director Steven Spielberg gave $1,500 to Bass’ first campaign for mayor as well as $125,000 to the independent expenditure group “Communities United for Bass for LA Mayor 2022.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026
He promised that this new book would make him financially independent.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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