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as in choice
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
he doesn't want to go to the sales conference, but he doesn't have that liberty
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as in autonomy
the state of being free from the control or power of another
the hope that the country's first-ever elections will usher in a new era of liberty and respect for the rule of law
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Recent Examples of liberty
The country had special traits that set it apart from other Arab countries: traditions of religious diversity, democracy, higher education, individual and public liberty.
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Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2024
No other presidential candidate in history has faced the possibility of such drastically different outcomes, in which Trump's legacy, personal fortune, and individual liberty could be decided by a few thousand swing state voters.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 30 Oct. 2024
In 1950, the CoE adopted the European Convention of Human Rights, an international treaty drafted to protect human rights and liberties.
—Jon McGowan, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
However, the decision can be reconsidered if evidence emerges that the student poses a danger to students or faculty, and the school remains at liberty to impose alternative disciplinary measures, according to court documents.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024
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Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2024
No other presidential candidate in history has faced the possibility of such drastically different outcomes, in which Trump's legacy, personal fortune, and individual liberty could be decided by a few thousand swing state voters.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 30 Oct. 2024
In 1950, the CoE adopted the European Convention of Human Rights, an international treaty drafted to protect human rights and liberties.
—Jon McGowan, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
However, the decision can be reconsidered if evidence emerges that the student poses a danger to students or faculty, and the school remains at liberty to impose alternative disciplinary measures, according to court documents.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liberty
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His choice for attorney general will be closely watched.Carl Leubsdorf, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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The 6-foot Mejia could be an excellent choice with her passing skills and height.Dan Albano, Orange County Register, 7 Nov. 2024
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But as Carlin points out in his book, band members never sacrificed their creative autonomy for profit, never conceded quality control to move units.Marc Weingarten, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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Along the campaign trail, Harris has invited a coterie of celebrity guests to speak and perform at her rallies including Beyoncé and actress and singer Kelly Rowland, who took the stage during a Houston rally to advocate for female autonomy.Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2024
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The company continues to explore potential strategic transactions, including acquisitions and strategic options involving its subsidiaries.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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One option is via Trump’s appointees to the Food and Drug Administration.Randi Richardson, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Focusing on the rights of Israelis and Palestinians, not their governments’ dueling claims to sovereignty, will push the communities toward a solution in which both can live in peace and dignity.Marwan Muasher, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2024
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Meanwhile, the diplomatic wing of the Iranian government has taken a softer approach — downplaying the harm caused by Israel’s latest attack but pushing for an international response to the violation of their sovereignty.Timothy Nerozzi, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 28 Oct. 2024
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This preference is more popular amongst Millennials (67%) compared to Boomers (37%).Gary Drenik, Forbes, 10 Feb. 2023
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That preference was on display in August last year, when the KMT’s Hsia visited China amid lingering tensions over Pelosi’s visit.Bloomberg.com, Bloomberg.com, 7 Feb. 2023
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Bizarre cultural norms The Democratic Party at its best stands for fairness and freedom.Bret Stephens, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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The bottom line: Trump's most dangerous weapon against the media is his words, which press freedom advocates have warned do have a significant chilling effect both at home and abroad.Sara Fischer, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
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Grey’s Anatomy Night Moves Season 21 Episode 6 Editor’s Rating 3 stars *** «Previous Next There are two ways a person can leave Grey’s Anatomy.Laura Bradley, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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In our study, yoga and meditation were common ways that detoxers found moments to become more aware of their own thoughts, which helped foster more intentional behaviors.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 7 Nov. 2024
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That point drew closer still in late October, when the Umbrella for Democratic Change, Botswana’s principal opposition party alliance, defeated the abusive and corrupt incumbent Botswana Democratic Party, which had held power continuously since the country gained independence in 1966.Larry Diamond, Foreign Affairs, 8 Nov. 2024
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Powell's comments are likely to be seen as a bid to maintain the Fed's long-standing independence from outside political influence, though whether such immunity actually exists in practice has sometimes been debated.Rob Wile, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Liberty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liberty. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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