independence
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Many in Ukraine regard the UPA's members as heroes who fought for Ukrainian independence against the Soviet Red Army as well as Nazi Germany and Polish authorities.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
“These are children, seniors, veterans and individuals with disabilities whose independence and quality of life depend on these services every single day.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Up until this point, my son had been an authorized user on one of my cards, but after turning 20 he wanted more independence.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
"We are continuing to move forward. Europe has never needed unity, greater independence and greater sovereignty more than it does now," he said.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
The Caribbean island of Cuba, which had also been colonized by the Spanish, was fighting for independence from Spain.
From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly
Vocabulary lists containing independence
The American Revolution - Introductory
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Eastern Europe - Introductory
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Pacific Islands - Introductory
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