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
Some have focused specifically on supporting federal employees, LGBTQ rights, immigrant rights, Palestinian self-determination or Ukraine, and others have demonstrated against Trump’s agenda generally.
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Sarah D. Wire, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
Focusing on Jewish and Palestinian self-determination, respectively, each movie tells a vigorous story of disenfranchisement rooted at once in fact and a particular point of view.
October 8 also comes as the headlines continue to be racked with news of the war in Gaza and reaction to it in the U.S.
—Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
The film’s storyline, which blends traditional Chinese mythology with modern themes of individualism and self-determination, has resonated with audiences worldwide.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 18 Mar. 2025
Somalia: Somalia, a strong supporter of Palestinian self-determination, has joined Arab nations in rejecting U.S. proposals to relocate Gaza's population.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
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Sarah D. Wire, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
Focusing on Jewish and Palestinian self-determination, respectively, each movie tells a vigorous story of disenfranchisement rooted at once in fact and a particular point of view.
October 8 also comes as the headlines continue to be racked with news of the war in Gaza and reaction to it in the U.S.
—Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
The film’s storyline, which blends traditional Chinese mythology with modern themes of individualism and self-determination, has resonated with audiences worldwide.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 18 Mar. 2025
Somalia: Somalia, a strong supporter of Palestinian self-determination, has joined Arab nations in rejecting U.S. proposals to relocate Gaza's population.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-determination
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With this versatility in mind, color choices range from neutral black to navy, beige, or off-white.—
Jessica Macdonald,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Mar. 2025
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The casting choices might raise a whole host of interesting questions about how this Venice reflects our own time, but Leon doesn’t foreground, or even really acknowledge, them.—
Helen Shaw,
New Yorker,
28 Mar. 2025
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Their expertise and training usually have their roots in Western, individualistic contexts, steeping them in ideals such as autonomy, empowerment, egalitarianism, and authenticity.—
David Livermore,
Harvard Business Review,
9 Apr. 2025
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These situations provide excellent opportunities for the other to have complete autonomy over the decisions.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Apr. 2025
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They were met by thousands of U.S. protesters, and a symbolic call for sovereignty turned into a bloody clash, sparking yearslong discussions about how Panama could take over the canal.—
Whitney Eulich,
Christian Science Monitor,
8 Apr. 2025
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China claims sovereignty over nearly the entire South China Sea and has accused the Philippines—a U.S. treaty ally—of acting as a proxy in American efforts to contain its influence.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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The manager leads on a wide range of complex duties requiring a high degree of independence and discretionary judgment.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Athletic maintains full editorial independence in all our coverage.—
David Betancourt,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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Promoting public understanding of the principles of our freedoms is a critical component in the civic education of the citizens of the United States, Florida and each community.—
Lonnie Groot,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Apr. 2025
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As an instructor for small children in her early career, Daube seeks to retain the freedom and fearless approach to art.—
Dawn Giangiulio,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Self-determination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-determination. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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