independence

Example Sentences

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But when Magnus pushes to stay for a while, Anna firmly claims her independence.

From Los Angeles Times

Historians say the killing helped galvanise support for the burgeoning anti-colonial movement that led to independence 11 years later, in 1960.

From BBC

Thirty-five years after Estonia won independence, Narva is still struggling with its sense of identity.

From Barron's

"This is the final step in a long and gradual process that was set in motion after Estonia regained its independence," the education ministry told AFP.

From Barron's

The RHG disputes this figure and say this kind of accommodation provides "independence, support and companionship in later life".

From BBC