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self-reliant

[self-ri-lahy-uhnt, self-] / ˈsɛlf rɪˈlaɪ ənt, ˌsɛlf- /


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“It’s all very self-reliant farmers and ranchers out here. We don’t want any property tax.”

From Salon • May 3, 2026

"If Europe wants to get invested in nuclear or renewable energies with the aim of being more self-reliant and energy secure, that will take time."

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

The charity further states that it hopes, by providing children in the foster care system with a stable, comfortable environment, it will enable them to grow into “responsible, self-reliant adults.”

From MarketWatch • Feb. 19, 2026

These feats help lay the groundwork for its transition into a more self-reliant economy and efforts to rebuild consumer confidence.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

Now it’s time for me to learn to hold my ground and be self-reliant.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers




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