liberation
noun
lib·er·a·tion
ˌli-bə-ˈrā-shən 
1
: the act of liberating : the state of being liberated
2
: a movement seeking equal rights and status for a group
women's liberation
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The liberation of the city took weeks.
the liberation of the slaves was one of the key results of the Civil War
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Scott Travers, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Each of these brief, lively series turns a sociopolitical lens on a musical movement driven by Black artists and saturated with the spirit of liberation.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
From the heart of New York City to the vibrant streets of Paris, these exhibitions offer a range of perspectives, addressing themes like liberation, identity, and the power of cultural heritage.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 19 Dec. 2024
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—Rachel Brodsky, Rolling Stone, 18 Dec. 2024
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liberation
noun
lib·er·a·tion
ˌlib-ə-ˈrā-shən
1
: the act of liberating : the state of being liberated
2
: a movement seeking equal rights for a group
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