independence
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Eritrea broke away from Ethiopia in a 30-year war of independence, winning formal state status in 1993.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
County described its long-standing support of the county starting an ethics commission and compliance office and ensuring that it comes with true independence, transparency, sufficient funding and the authority to conduct investigations.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
The decree includes several safeguards on these issues, including a board meant to protect CNN's editorial independence.
From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026
The southern African country, home to the world's largest elephant population, is holding nationwide festivities on Wednesday to mark the 60th anniversary of independence from Britain.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
It was a monumental irony: The man famous as the indefatigable orator of independence in the Continental Congress was obliged to remain silent in the legislative councils of the new government.
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
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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