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independence

[in-di-pen-duhns] / ˌɪn dɪˈpɛn dəns /


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“You simply can’t overstate how much damage this has done to Scotland’s international reputation and to the entire independence movement,” said Kevin McKenna, a columnist for the Herald newspaper in Glasgow.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

The CTA is an arrangement dating back to 1922 when 26 of Ireland's 32 counties were granted a large degree of independence by the UK.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“These are children, seniors, veterans and individuals with disabilities whose independence and quality of life depend on these services every single day.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Up until this point, my son had been an authorized user on one of my cards, but after turning 20 he wanted more independence.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Try not to sing too loudly while the class is repeating each phrase; strive for singing independence among students.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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