self-contained

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“The Devil Wears Prada” was and is the perfect example of a self-contained story, built by the studio machine but never intended to keep the apparatus running.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

To challenge the long-accepted idea, the researchers built two compact, self-contained surfaces shaped like doughnuts, known as tori.

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 2026

“Above the garage, a charming self-contained guest apartment completes this very special estate,” adds the listing.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

This idea of self-contained escape has become a defining feature of recent travel patterns, with short domestic breaks offering a controlled and often more affordable alternative to longer holidays abroad.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

The universe would be completely self-contained and not affected by anything outside itself.

From "A Brief History of Time: And Other Essays" by Stephen Hawking