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as in independence
the state of being free from the control or power of another
we owe our freedom to the untold numbers of soldiers who have fought in our nation's wars since its founding
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as in latitude
the right to act or move freely
as special guests of the owners, the youngsters had full freedom of the resort and its private beach
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Recent Examples of freedom
To this day, seeing our country’s symbol of freedom evokes emotion in me, especially when it’s accompanied by singing the national anthem.
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Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
3 July 2026
But there is a right way and a wrong way to display the symbol of American pride freedom and even rules on what to do when your flag reaches the end of its life.
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Sacbee.com,
3 July 2026
Building Toward Something Lasting Financial freedom, in the context of Social Security disability benefits, is rarely about trading one check for another.
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Diane Winiarski,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Rather than electoral politics, many people seem more concerned with everyday problems such as purchasing power and the decline of public services against a backdrop of shrinking political, media and union freedoms.
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ABC News,
2 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for freedom
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
3 July 2026
But there is a right way and a wrong way to display the symbol of American pride freedom and even rules on what to do when your flag reaches the end of its life.
—
Sacbee.com,
3 July 2026
Building Toward Something Lasting Financial freedom, in the context of Social Security disability benefits, is rarely about trading one check for another.
—
Diane Winiarski,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Rather than electoral politics, many people seem more concerned with everyday problems such as purchasing power and the decline of public services against a backdrop of shrinking political, media and union freedoms.
—
ABC News,
2 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for freedom
Recent Examples of Synonyms for freedom
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Unlike the 13 colonies that declared independence from Britain, both Florida colonies remained loyal to the British Crown throughout the American Revolution, according to historian and author Mike Bunn.
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The marker commemorates those who fought for independence in the Revolutionary War.
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Better results at the plate have given the Phillies some latitude to make mistakes on defense.
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While the effects of these pollutants are strongest at middle to high latitudes, variability is lowest near the tropics.
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Hezbollah denounces the deal as a threat to Lebanese sovereignty, while Israeli leaders vow not to cede ‘a millimeter’ until the group is fully disarmed.
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Hernandez frames message sovereignty as the answer to a question every leader needs to sit with.
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Proponents of the authorization note that the $155 million investment arrives four years after a severe drought in the Sacramento Valley in 2022 had cost local communities hundreds of millions of dollars and roughly 1,500 jobs.
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For example, California’s prior authorization reform bill, SB 1120, passed in 2024 unanimously.
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Yet the careful reader will appreciate the significance of the Puritan Cromwell’s independency.
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His seemingly daily attacks on freedom of speech, the independency of the judiciary, the right to vote and other pillars of our constitutional system are bolstered by an intensely loyal fan base.
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.
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With Australia closing in on a winner in regulation with its young attack, Egypt settled in over the final 20 minutes or so to regain control of possession and find the more consistent threats on goal.
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The Declaration champions the right to alter or abolish government destructive of life, liberty, and happiness.
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During a weekend that celebrates life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, Wimbledon offers an American variation in the pursuit of Grand Slam glory.
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Junior Caminero has already done some things no Rays players had ever accomplished, such as extending his sizzling power show on Friday to include hitting 10 home runs over a 10-game span.
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Plus, the power port includes three electrical outlets and three USB ports for powering appliances, speakers, and other devices.
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“Freedom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freedom. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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