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self-reliance
[ self-ri-lahy-uhns, self- ]
noun
- reliance on oneself or one's own powers, resources, etc.
self-reliance
noun
- reliance on one's own abilities, decisions, etc
“Self-Reliance”
- (1841) An essay by Ralph Waldo Emerson that advises the reader to “Trust thyself” and argues that “whoso would be a man must be a nonconformist.” It is the source of several well-known epigrams , such as “To be great is to be misunderstood” and “ A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds .”
Derived Forms
- ˌself-reˈliant, adjective
- ˌself-reˈliantly, adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of self-reliance1
Example Sentences
Xi has repeatedly declared "technological self-reliance" a key goal, which means China wants to create its own advanced chips, to make up for US export restrictions that could hinder its plans.
"While the private sector remains a critical pillar of China's economic ambitions, it must align with national priorities - including self-reliance in key technologies and strategic industries."
Gen X has adopted a pragmatic approach to retirement planning, focusing on self-reliance and early savings due to economic shifts and the decline of pensions.
"Having grown up during China's rapid technological ascent, they are deeply motivated by a drive for self-reliance in innovation," she adds.
Growing up in a blue-collar, deeply Christian home, he was shaped by the Bible and the conservative politics of self-reliance.
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