independent

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Where the electorate remains closely divided, with independents prone to shifting allegiances, the rules of politics may impose a more demanding standard than the rule of law.

From The Wall Street Journal

The new production base is expected to generate an economic impact of nearly $19 billion and support over 6,000 jobs throughout the state, according to an independent economic impact study commissioned by the company.

From Los Angeles Times

Andrew Goodacre, chief executive of the British Independent Retailers Association, said independent businesses had been "severely impacted" by the ongoing crisis, with many forced to close their doors or operate at reduced capacity.

From BBC

"For a short period today, we activated Monzo Stand-in - our fully independent backup bank - while we investigated an issue," they told the BBC.

From BBC

Webb was a longtime member of Hong Kong's Takeovers and Mergers Panel and at one time served as an independent director of the city's stock exchange operator.

From Barron's