on one’s own vs self-sustaining

on one’s own

self-sustaining

adj
  • Able to sustain itself without the need for additional fuel. 

  • Opposing or rejecting exterior influence; independent. 

  • Able to provide for one's own needs without help from others; self-sufficient. 

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