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
Beyond alternative energy options like solar being increasingly cheaper than traditional fossil fuels like coal and natural gas, the ability to make energy yourself, on your own rooftop, invokes age-old American values of independence and self-sufficiency.
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Mike Gunter, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2025
The End Goal: A Self-Sustaining Team The ultimate aim of team coaching is to build self-sufficiency.
—Vlad Dutescu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
One nonprofit helps young brides and widows work toward self-sufficiency.
—Ogar Monday, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Dec. 2024
To achieve the best results, be open to what could be—like the opportunity to create more flexibility, diversify income streams and promote self-sufficiency.
—Elissa Kelly, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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Mike Gunter, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2025
The End Goal: A Self-Sustaining Team The ultimate aim of team coaching is to build self-sufficiency.
—Vlad Dutescu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
One nonprofit helps young brides and widows work toward self-sufficiency.
—Ogar Monday, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Dec. 2024
To achieve the best results, be open to what could be—like the opportunity to create more flexibility, diversify income streams and promote self-sufficiency.
—Elissa Kelly, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for self-sufficiency
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-sufficiency
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The Athletic maintains full editorial independence in all our coverage.Tyler Holzhammer, The Athletic, 18 Jan. 2025
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Although Trump remains an advocate of U.S. energy dominance and independence, Alamariu expects this stance will help oil stocks more than oil prices.Brian Evans, CNBC, 18 Jan. 2025
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But like those, Polestar has been given the autonomy to stand on its own two feet and forge its own identity.Alistair Charlton, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Threatening this autonomy would damage America's relationships with allies and partners who value multilateralism and shared governance.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
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The secret lies in shifting your mindset and cultivating self-reliance.Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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The private sector’s revitalization will be essential for reducing poverty and fostering self-reliance.Karam Shaar, Foreign Affairs, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Self-sufficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-sufficiency. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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