as in independence
the ability to care for one's self
self-sufficiency is a goal that all teenagers should work towards
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Recent Examples of self-sufficiency
These individuals equate self-sufficiency with strength and leaning on others can feel like an admission of weakness or dependency, both of which may trigger feelings of discomfort or anxiety.
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Its Family Success Center provided education, resources, and support services, which were required to increase economic stability for 300 moms and families, leading to self-sufficiency in Maricopa County.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 17 Nov. 2024
The Venezuelans had instead been driven from their country in overwhelming numbers by the almost complete collapse of the economy, arriving conspicuously by the busload and without a network to put them on a path to self-sufficiency.
—Anjeanette Damon, ProPublica, 4 Nov. 2024
This approach aligns with Xi’s goal of boosting confidence in the economy without diverting resources from the pursuit of Chinese self-sufficiency.
—Zongyuan Zoe Liu, Foreign Affairs, 31 Oct. 2024
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Its Family Success Center provided education, resources, and support services, which were required to increase economic stability for 300 moms and families, leading to self-sufficiency in Maricopa County.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 17 Nov. 2024
The Venezuelans had instead been driven from their country in overwhelming numbers by the almost complete collapse of the economy, arriving conspicuously by the busload and without a network to put them on a path to self-sufficiency.
—Anjeanette Damon, ProPublica, 4 Nov. 2024
This approach aligns with Xi’s goal of boosting confidence in the economy without diverting resources from the pursuit of Chinese self-sufficiency.
—Zongyuan Zoe Liu, Foreign Affairs, 31 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-sufficiency
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There is a distinction between independence and contrarianism.Nate Silver, WIRED, 19 Dec. 2024
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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
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To regain control: Craving more agency, employees seek jobs that offer flexibility, predictability or autonomy.Morgan Smith, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2024
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This ideological shift raises concerns about the erosion of autonomy and control for creators, with AI systems prioritizing scalability and profit over artistic integrity.Virginie Berger, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Business development leaders should underscore how their offerings strengthen U.S. supply chain security and support self-reliance.Barry Reicherter, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Broadly speaking, Trump’s reelection will also underscore New Delhi’s quest for self-reliance.Tanvi Madan, Foreign Affairs, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Self-sufficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-sufficiency. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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