Influenza activity is increasing in the United States. CDC is receiving reports of flu-associated illnesses, hospitalizations, and deaths. Influenza A (H3N2) viruses are the most common viruses circulating in the United States.
An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and verb and expresses a complete thought. An independent clause is a sentence.
Full Definition of INDEPENDENCE. 1. : the quality or state of being independent. 2. archaic: competence 1. See independence defined for English-language learners. See independence defined for kids.