independence
noun
in·de·pen·dence
ˌin-də-ˈpen-dən(t)s 
1
: the quality or state of being independent
2
archaic
: competence sense 2
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She asserted her independence from her parents by getting her own apartment.
He has shown a fierce independence of spirit.
A month after independence, elections were held.
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Nate Silver, WIRED, 19 Dec. 2024
The independence that fueled Russ Meyer’s creativity, however, proved to be more a liability than an asset after his death.
—Rich Juzwiak, IndieWire, 18 Dec. 2024
Firewalls are another critical component of a cloud independence strategy.
—Chris McHenry, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Amid Revival of Clown-Themed Scary Movies Up next, Swindells takes on the role of legendary 14th-century bailiff Albrecht Gessler, whose brutal rule led to the rebellion and eventual independence of the Old Swiss Confederacy (modern-day Switzerland).
—Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Independence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/independence. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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independence
noun
in·de·pen·dence
ˌin-də-ˈpen-dən(t)s
: the quality or state of being independent : freedom from outside control or support
Geographical Definition
Independence
geographical name
In·de·pen·dence
ˌin-də-ˈpen-dən(t)s
city in western Missouri east of Kansas City population 116,830
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