Independence Day
noun
: a civil holiday for the celebration of the anniversary of the beginnings of national independence
specifically
: July 4 observed as a legal holiday in the U.S. in commemoration of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776
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Watch on Deadline The event celebrated Mexican Independence Day weekend and served as a tribute to the Mexican people and culture, as well as their contributions to combat sports.
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2024
When is Mexican Independence Day? In Mexico, Sept. 15 and 16 are dates that go hand in hand when commemorating the fight for independence.
—Paula Soria, The Arizona Republic, 16 Sep. 2024
But the most striking part of his story unfolded over 180 days in 2021, from January 6 to Independence Day.
—Thomas Lake, CNN, 20 Sep. 2024
He’s starred in some of the most beloved blockbusters in Hollywood history, such as Jurassic Park and Independence Day, among many others.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2024
When is Mexican Independence Day? In Mexico, Sept. 15 and 16 are dates that go hand in hand when commemorating the fight for independence.
—Paula Soria, The Arizona Republic, 16 Sep. 2024
But the most striking part of his story unfolded over 180 days in 2021, from January 6 to Independence Day.
—Thomas Lake, CNN, 20 Sep. 2024
He’s starred in some of the most beloved blockbusters in Hollywood history, such as Jurassic Park and Independence Day, among many others.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024
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“Independence Day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Independence%20Day. Accessed 6 Oct. 2024.
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