1
as in choice
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
he doesn't want to go to the sales conference, but he doesn't have that liberty
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as in autonomy
the state of being free from the control or power of another
the hope that the country's first-ever elections will usher in a new era of liberty and respect for the rule of law
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Recent Examples of liberty
This goes against America's commitment to individual liberty and freedom.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025
Trump framed the decision as a victory for liberty and personal sovereignty, key principles that align with the ethos of bitcoin itself.
—Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
One of the proposals says that the Florida Supreme Court would be required to evaluate a petition for compliance with Article 1, Section 2 of the constitution, which deals with Floridians’ rights to life, liberty and happiness.
—Romy Ellenbogen, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2025
One of the film’s greatest liberties comes late in the game, occurring chronologically after that Bible saves John’s life.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 28 Jan. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025
Trump framed the decision as a victory for liberty and personal sovereignty, key principles that align with the ethos of bitcoin itself.
—Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
One of the proposals says that the Florida Supreme Court would be required to evaluate a petition for compliance with Article 1, Section 2 of the constitution, which deals with Floridians’ rights to life, liberty and happiness.
—Romy Ellenbogen, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2025
One of the film’s greatest liberties comes late in the game, occurring chronologically after that Bible saves John’s life.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 28 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liberty
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While the 30th annual Critics Choice Awards 2025 was a more muted affair this year, with attendees’ fashion choices leaning more into darker tones and simple silhouettes, there remained some dynamic moments.—
Fernanda Pérez Sánchez,
Vogue,
8 Feb. 2025
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This fight will likely play out all over again next week, when the Senate education committee meets for the confirmation hearing of Linda McMahon, Trump's choice to lead – and potentially unwind – the Education Department.—
Cory Turner,
NPR,
7 Feb. 2025
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The move symbolized the country’s zero-tolerance approach to Kurdish autonomy.—
Sefa Secen & Serhun Al / Made by History,
TIME,
7 Feb. 2025
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Last week, Eversource and several other utilities sued PURA, contending the chairwoman has too much autonomy over cases.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
7 Feb. 2025
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Other amenities include the Parakeets Kid’s Club for young guests, St. Somewhere Spa for the grownups, and dining options for the whole family. 6.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA TODAY,
10 Feb. 2025
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This will also include selecting the options that will best communicate the impacts of space weather and most benefit modern-day end users and the public.—
Meredith Garofalo,
Space.com,
9 Feb. 2025
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Denmark’s sovereignty over Greenland was briefly contested in an international court by Norway in the 1930s, but Norway lost the case and withdrew its claims.—
Adam Price,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2025
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First, both nations could pass a transnational agreement to form a union, like the European Union, meaning each country retains sovereignty and separate citizenship, but allows for free movement, and possibly a common market and defense.—
Talib Visram,
TIME,
7 Feb. 2025
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This preference is more popular amongst Millennials (67%) compared to Boomers (37%).—
Gary Drenik,
Forbes,
10 Feb. 2023
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That preference was on display in August last year, when the KMT’s Hsia visited China amid lingering tensions over Pelosi’s visit.—
Bloomberg.com,
Bloomberg.com,
7 Feb. 2023
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Last year, the Taliban closed at least 12 media outlets, both public and private, according to RSF, which ranked Afghanistan 178 out of 180 countries in its latest press freedom index.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN,
5 Feb. 2025
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The long-time friends are torn between loyalty and survival, with Adamo’s rise, police pressure and gang violence threatening to destroy their bond and chance at freedom.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
5 Feb. 2025
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His prediction came into full fruition as Derrick never made his way to the breakfast table the following morning.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA TODAY,
7 Feb. 2025
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Unfortunately, the Dobbs decision has turned out to affect women’s rights in ways many of us never could have imagined.—
Kerry Meagher,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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President Trump has frequently attacked the Fed in the past, raising concerns about the central bank’s historical independence from politics.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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Congress can eliminate foreign aid from the budget or end the independence of agencies like the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Liberty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liberty. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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