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essence

[es-uhns] / ˈɛs əns /




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Time is also of the essence for candidates who need to know if they can get on with the transition to holding office, or seek a new line of work.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

In essence, it extends the current cease-fire while the two sides reopen the Strait of Hormuz and begin talks on Iran’s nuclear program.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

This week the island's energy minister acknowledged that Cuba has, in essence, run out of fuel oil.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Timing, however, is of the essence for fire survivors.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

It had the essence of the Froot Loops, without being too sweet.

From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks




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