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basic

[bey-sik] / ˈbeɪ sɪk /


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Housing and healthcare costs and other basic living expenses, however, generally cannot be delayed.

From MarketWatch Jul. 24, 2026

Amino acids are the basic building blocks of proteins and peptides.

From Science Daily Jul. 24, 2026

Truelove’s mental illness, his half-sister said, made it difficult for him to perform basic tasks, such as getting a job, paying bills or staying housed.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 24, 2026

Lawyers for the Times said "the Government's actions violate the most basic First Amendment protections for newsgathering activity."

From Barron's Jul. 23, 2026

In the first round, you ask each other just the basic times tables questions, but you can switch stuff around a little.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan




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