self-sufficiency

Example Sentences

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He highlighted about 60 minerals that are critical, with the U.S. further from self-sufficiency in heavier rare-earths.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

He believed that individual initiative, self-sufficiency and strong families were the most effective and enduring ways to address poverty.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

That makes complete self-sufficiency -- an idea Netanyahu previously invoked when he said Israel should become more like "Sparta" -- unrealistic for now.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

That’s a byproduct of Beijing’s deliberate policy of technology self-sufficiency, in the face of restrictions on its access to advanced U.S. semiconductors and other technology.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

He was reticent, and I reminded him that this was a step toward real self-sufficiency for me.

From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King