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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Examples of independence in a Sentence
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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Achieving independence required Benjamin Franklin and other American diplomats to find an ally, but France was not a natural choice.
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TIME, 2 July 2024
Still, according to Olivas, sleepovers have many benefits, including an increased sense of self and learning independence.
—Christina Montoya Fiedler, Parents, 2 July 2024
Major retailers are slashing prices in honor of our Nation’s independence.
—Megan Schaltegger, Peoplemag, 1 July 2024
Fireworks have been a standing American tradition for centuries, even appearing at the first celebration of the country’s independence.
—Helen Rummel, The Arizona Republic, 30 June 2024
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TIME, 2 July 2024
Still, according to Olivas, sleepovers have many benefits, including an increased sense of self and learning independence.
—Christina Montoya Fiedler, Parents, 2 July 2024
Major retailers are slashing prices in honor of our Nation’s independence.
—Megan Schaltegger, Peoplemag, 1 July 2024
Fireworks have been a standing American tradition for centuries, even appearing at the first celebration of the country’s independence.
—Helen Rummel, The Arizona Republic, 30 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for independence
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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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