essentially autonomous

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Indicates that something is autonomous in its most important aspects.

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  • The research department functions as an essentially autonomous unit within the university.
  • Although part of a larger corporation, the subsidiary operates as an essentially autonomous business.
  • The AI agent is designed to be essentially autonomous, making decisions without human intervention.
  • The city council is essentially autonomous from the central government in matters of local planning.
  • Each project team was essentially autonomous, responsible for its own budget and deadlines.
  • The film studio gave the director an essentially autonomous role, allowing for complete creative control.
  • The judiciary, while part of the state, remains an essentially autonomous branch of government.
  • Once the system is fully implemented, it will become essentially autonomous.
  • The foundation prides itself on being an essentially autonomous entity, free from political influence.
  • Is it fair to describe the region as essentially autonomous, given its financial ties to the capital?