semi-independent

Definition of semi-independentnext

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Recent Examples of semi-independent Large integrated structures connect previously semi-independent parts of the system. Lawrence Rosenberg, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026 The Energy Information Administration (EIA), a semi-independent agency under the purview of the Department of Energy, projected that as things stand now, gas prices will average out at $3.34 this year and $3.18 in 2027. Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 22 Mar. 2026 Chassis-wise, the Integra features semi-independent front and rear independent suspension with some clever tuning throughout, namely in its adaptive dampers. Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 19 Jan. 2026 More than a quarter are in private schools, thanks to school vouchers, and one in seven are in semi-independent charter schools. Alan J. Borsuk, jsonline.com, 16 Jan. 2026 Since 1887, when Congress created the Interstate Commerce Commission to regulate railroad rates, the government has had semi-independent boards and commissions led by a mix of Republicans and Democrats. Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2026 Under such a scheme, an army separated into semi-independent corps led by senior commanders and equipped with varying numbers of infantry divisions, cavalry regiments, and their own field artillery. Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for semi-independent
Adjective
  • The investment comes during a time when demand for autonomous drones is at an all-time high.
    Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
  • The difference in the versions is that while the V1 requires the pilot to manually adjust the speed and altitude to lock onto a target, the V2 has autonomous targeting software to close in on a target that is approved by the pilot.
    Eleanor Watson, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Take control of your money with CNBC Select CNBC Select is editorially independent and may earn a commission from affiliate partners on links.
    Mike Winters, CNBC, 3 May 2026
  • And as independent fishermen, that's very difficult.
    Da Lin, CBS News, 3 May 2026
Adjective
  • Saudi Arabia must decide whether to respond militarily, engage diplomatically, or accept a semiautonomous south.
    Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2025
  • Charter schools receive taxpayer dollars but are run differently Charter schools are semiautonomous public schools, according to the Education Commission of the States.
    Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 28 Sep. 2025

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“Semi-independent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/semi-independent. Accessed 5 May. 2026.

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