1
as in choice
the act or power of making one's own choices or decisions
the United States officially recognizes 18 as the age at which someone is entitled to self-determination
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as in autonomy
the state of being free from the control or power of another
rebels fighting for the territory's self-determination
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Recent Examples of self-determination
The Oakland Police Department may soon regain its self-determination thanks to the report issued last week by federal monitor Robert Warshaw.
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John Ramos, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Often because Marilyn appeared sweet and genuinely kind, her grit and self-determination were underestimated.
—Literary Hub, 26 May 2026
In the months since the film was made, India’s own trans communities have come under accelerated legal attacks, quickly robbing them of their rights to self-determination in March of 2026.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 20 May 2026
Places like this reflect a broader American story of stewardship, self-determination, and economic opportunity.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 15 May 2026
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John Ramos, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Often because Marilyn appeared sweet and genuinely kind, her grit and self-determination were underestimated.
—Literary Hub, 26 May 2026
In the months since the film was made, India’s own trans communities have come under accelerated legal attacks, quickly robbing them of their rights to self-determination in March of 2026.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 20 May 2026
Places like this reflect a broader American story of stewardship, self-determination, and economic opportunity.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 15 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for self-determination
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-determination
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In some ways, the first lady stuck to her common fashion choices for fight night.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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As a result, many once-popular design choices are beginning to feel dated.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
14 June 2026
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Lewis George, who has pledged to protect the city's autonomy, stood that ground at her post-election event where pop music blared and a crowd danced with the candidate on stage.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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Lastly, is maintaining autonomy.—
Aidan Gomez,
Fortune,
17 June 2026
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The European Commission added that the latest developments underline Europe’s need for technological sovereignty.—
Maggie Eastland,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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This tension between the desire to increase access to powerful models that can generate significant revenues for AI model companies and benefits for users on the one hand, and regulators who want to restrict access for safety and sovereignty issues on the other is becoming the main story.—
Ron Schmelzer,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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The project, the National Garden of American Heroes, is slated to feature 250 statues of historical figures from America’s past who have contributed to the nation's cultural, scientific, economic, and political heritage, commemorating the 250th anniversary of America’s independence.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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The Athletic maintains full editorial independence.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Their legal battle for freedom and the resulting Supreme Court decision eventually ignited the Civil War.—
Reg Chapman,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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The implementation of the Emancipation Proclamation was limited in areas still under Confederate control, delaying freedom for many, particularly in Texas.—
Natassia Paloma,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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“Self-determination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-determination. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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