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independent
3
individual(adjective, special, specific, typical, distinctive)
3
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persnickety(adjective, sharp, fine, proper, precise)
3
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3
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3
rigorous(adjective, close, correct, fine, solid)
3
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self-governed
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self-legislation
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self-legislative
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self-ruled
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self-sufficient
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self-supporting
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self-sustained
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separating
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smart(adjective, sharp, delicate, intelligent, wise)
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sophisticated(slight, fine, thin, sensible, superior)
3
sound(adjective, clear, reasonable, sensible, fair)
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