as in independence
the ability to care for one's self
some people don't achieve self-reliance until they're over 30 years old
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Recent Examples of self-reliance
With initiatives like self-reliance, high-tech manufacturing, and circular textiles, India is not only preserving its heritage but also shaping the future of the global textile industry.
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Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
The foreign minister went on to argue that Iran has pursued a different path—one of self-reliance and strategic independence.
—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
Tech self-reliance also got its own sub-section in China’s latest annual work report, in contrast to a passing mention in 2024.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2025
As such, Xi’s longstanding commitment to self-reliance is looking increasingly prescient.
—Charlie Campbell, TIME, 5 Mar. 2025
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Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
The foreign minister went on to argue that Iran has pursued a different path—one of self-reliance and strategic independence.
—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
Tech self-reliance also got its own sub-section in China’s latest annual work report, in contrast to a passing mention in 2024.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2025
As such, Xi’s longstanding commitment to self-reliance is looking increasingly prescient.
—Charlie Campbell, TIME, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-reliance
Noun
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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.—
Jennifer J. Fondrevay,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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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.—
David D. Kirkpatrick,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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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.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
FOXNews.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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This granted them the autonomy to explore sponsorship opportunities and entrepreneurial ventures to maximize their financial potential.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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For over a century, the group has united women from all walks of life to address critical community issues such as poverty, abuse, and women’s self-sufficiency.—
J.M. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
29 Mar. 2025
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Entrepreneurs often struggle to be vulnerable and pride themselves on self-sufficiency, but grief requires connection.—
Megan Bruneau,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Self-reliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-reliance. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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