self-reliant
adjective
self-re·li·ant
ˌself-ri-ˈlī-ənt 
: having confidence in and exercising one's own powers or judgment
Examples of self-reliant in a Sentence
a surprisingly calm and self-reliant child
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Beijing's Choice China's goal is to be not only self-reliant, but also relied upon by the world.
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John Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
Saturn is a dominant planet that likes to take charge and Aries is the zodiac sign that is self-reliant.
—Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 21 May 2025
Holm used humor while giving the Class of 2025 practical advice, such as encouraging them to learn how to cook in order to be healthy and self-reliant, instead of ordering costly restaurant food from online quick delivery services.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2025
The inner canyon is expected to reach 100 degrees, so park rangers advised visitors to avoid hiking in the canyon during the hottest parts of the day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Park rangers also said hikers and backpackers should be self-reliant in case of emergencies.
—Helena Wegner, Sacbee.com, 19 May 2025
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John Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
Saturn is a dominant planet that likes to take charge and Aries is the zodiac sign that is self-reliant.
—Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 21 May 2025
Holm used humor while giving the Class of 2025 practical advice, such as encouraging them to learn how to cook in order to be healthy and self-reliant, instead of ordering costly restaurant food from online quick delivery services.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2025
The inner canyon is expected to reach 100 degrees, so park rangers advised visitors to avoid hiking in the canyon during the hottest parts of the day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Park rangers also said hikers and backpackers should be self-reliant in case of emergencies.
—Helena Wegner, Sacbee.com, 19 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for self-reliant
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“Self-reliant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-reliant. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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