independent
Example Sentences
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It added individual personalities were beginning to emerge, with one youngster already showing a noticeably independent streak and often choosing to spend time away from its siblings.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
“Our kids are grown and independent, and we are very comfortable financially.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Raman’s campaign expenditures included $300,000 to Middle Seat, a Washington, D.C.-based consulting business that also worked on the independent expenditure group supporting Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral campaign in New York City.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Our kids are grown and independent, and we are very comfortable financially.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
But then I go visit Dad during my independent study time.
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
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