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as in autonomy
the state of being free from the control or power of another
we owe our freedom to the untold numbers of soldiers who have fought in our nation's wars since its founding
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as in latitude
the right to act or move freely
as special guests of the owners, the youngsters had full freedom of the resort and its private beach
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Recent Examples of freedom
In exchange for that commitment to basketball’s less glamorous side, Dutcher allows his players offensive freedom and doesn’t micromanage shot selection.
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Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
The main character escapes servitude and arrives at a space station called the Eye, where different factions are fighting for both survival and freedom.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 20 Mar. 2025
The route between Guangzhou, China and Bangkok in Thailand is known as a fifth freedom route, which is route operated by an airline that is not flying to or from its home country.
—Michele Robson, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
What To Know According to reports from Wired, some groups calling for freedom cities have already been in communication with the Trump administration.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
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This granted them the autonomy to explore sponsorship opportunities and entrepreneurial ventures to maximize their financial potential.—
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This innovation combines artificial intelligence (AI) with neuroscience, allowing a paralyzed man to manipulate a robotic arm by imagining movements, a feat that marks a significant milestone in restoring autonomy to people with severe motor impairments.—
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The whales been spotted off the coast of Amelia Island near Jacksonville at the same latitude — but that’s about 370 miles east.—
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These authorities, primarily rooted in Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 and the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), provide the executive wide latitude to impose tariffs with minimal consultation or oversight.—
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This would apply to all mineral resources, including oil and gas, and major energy assets which Ukrainian officials fear would undermine their nation's sovereignty.—
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Extradition was another historical pain point for the Mexican left, with its implied premise that American justice superseded Mexican sovereignty.—
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With recipient authorizations, FedEx couriers can deliver the parcel to customers’ doorsteps and take a real-time photo showing its exact position, according to the company.—
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Prior authorization has become a pain point for patients and doctors.—
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Such contests have always been settled privately among senators, out of shared pride in the institution’s independence, but Scott seemed to enlist MAGA celebrities to undermine Thune.—
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Be honest about strategic intent: If the acquisition will eventually be fully integrated, communicate this from the beginning rather than creating false expectations of independence.—
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
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The Accord spun out of control, striking another vehicle, a 2019 Toyota Highlander.—
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This visit was very important signal for our partners that Kyiv, much more safety right now, and also very important signal that Great Britain stay together with Ukraine, support Ukraine -- support our country in the fight for our freedom, for our independency.—
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Yet the careful reader will appreciate the significance of the Puritan Cromwell’s independency.—
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Still, putting off getting a driver’s license may have impacts on teens safety as well as their development of independence, experts say.—
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Students will be able to earn private and commercial pilot licenses, instrument flight ratings and flight instructor certifications, all while completing a four-year degree.—
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“Freedom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freedom. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.
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