Independence Day
noun
: a civil holiday for the celebration of the anniversary of the beginnings of national independence
specifically
: July 4 observed as a legal holiday in the U.S. in commemoration of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776
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The history of Independence Day in the U.S. is a significant backdrop to this album.
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Caché McClay, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
His film credits include Independence Day: Resurgence (2016), Shaft (2019), and Smile (2022).
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 5 Apr. 2025
Restaurateur Caesar Cardini, an Italian immigrant, was running low on ingredients at his American-style steakhouse during a particularly busy Independence Day.
—Scott Hutcheson, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Vibe in Greektown during the 23rd Detroit Greek Independence Day Parade.
—Annalise Frank, Axios, 3 Apr. 2025
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Caché McClay, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
His film credits include Independence Day: Resurgence (2016), Shaft (2019), and Smile (2022).
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 5 Apr. 2025
Restaurateur Caesar Cardini, an Italian immigrant, was running low on ingredients at his American-style steakhouse during a particularly busy Independence Day.
—Scott Hutcheson, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Vibe in Greektown during the 23rd Detroit Greek Independence Day Parade.
—Annalise Frank, Axios, 3 Apr. 2025
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“Independence Day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Independence%20Day. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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