Crossword Clue:

the state of being independent also INDEPENDENCY

AnswerCrossword Clue
VATICANWorld's smallest independent state, with "the"
OMANOldest independent state in the Arab world
NEBRASKAState that is also the title of a Springsteen album
ERRANCYThe state of being wrong.
SONANCEThe state of being voiced.
ONTRIALIn the state of being tested.