independent
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“It seems unlikely that industry rivals, consumer groups and antitrust authorities would simply go along with this,” said Stephen Trent, an independent aviation analyst.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026
Through sheer force of will, and despite several attempts on his life, President de Gaulle held his fractious country together and established an independent foreign policy, much to the annoyance of the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
"Parents deserve independent confirmation that the moderation is sufficient, that help systems are effective, and that age checks aren't used for commercial profiling."
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
The track -- called "Rough and Twisted" -- went on sale Saturday, reportedly in extremely limited numbers in selected independent record stores around the world.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
With a laugh, he says, “Is everyone ready to go to the parade? We’re a modern independent nation now. Haven’t you heard? We must celebrate!”
From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar
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