independent
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On Tuesday, it was confirmed that an independent commission found City guilty of all charges relating to breaches of the league's financial regulations between the 2009-10 and 2017-18 seasons.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
The average star of WWE or AEW signs on as an independent contractor, meaning they are responsible for their own health insurance and are subject to being fired for nearly any cause.
From Salon ● Oct. 2, 2026
The independent commission's verdict against Manchester City has "significant implications for the integrity of the game", according to the Football Association.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
A fund officer, independent of Breakthrough, had full signature authority on fund accounts before and after the amendment, it said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
It helped him further develop his skills as an independent and strong leader.
From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple
Younger people have long been more likely to identify as independents, but Gen Z is doing so at a significantly higher rate than any previous generation at the same age.
From Salon ● Oct. 2, 2026
DeMaio said the ballot measure qualified for the ballot because of strong support from California voters, including many Democrats and independents.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026
That includes 69% of Democrats, 54% of Republicans and 53% of independents.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 16, 2026
It would also “disproportionately benefit legacy media outlets” because they have more content than smaller independents, the government said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
“Every hotel concierge knows who to call if some guest wants tickets. All I’m sayin’ is, it’s not as easy as you think for a couple of independents.
From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar
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