independent
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My spouse is financially secure independent of my retirement assets.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 15, 2026
And California law does allow parents to skip immunizations for children who are enrolled in independent study programs and do not receive classroom-based instruction.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 15, 2026
Earlier this week, Cambridge announced an independent investigation into his appointment.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
A group of university academics last week wrote to Prentice slamming Arday's appointment and asking her to appoint an independent body to probe what happened.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
She managed the best independent theater in the East Village, one of the best in Manhattan, even though she was only...eighteen?
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
As the main parties are not standing against Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, the 33 other candidates on the ballot are either from smaller political parties or are standing as independents.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
“I think many of them will end up voting for him, independents as well, of course.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
Only 39% of Americans, and 38% of independents, view socialism positively.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
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
“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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