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essential

[uh-sen-shuhl] / əˈsɛn ʃəl /




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"For that reason, monitoring vitamin D levels and treating excess abdominal fat are essential measures to prevent premature death, especially after age 50," he adds.

From Science Daily Aug. 14, 2026

But just keeping the lights on, preventing a slide into isolation, and continuing protection work with vulnerable communities, especially women, is seen as essential.

From BBC Aug. 14, 2026

The ruling "completes an exemplary democratic debate", the Elysee Palace said, adding that the legislation "provides an essential safeguard for our fellow citizens".

From Barron's Aug. 14, 2026

The idea that homeownership is somehow a necessity, an essential step to building wealth, is mostly a myth.

From MarketWatch Aug. 14, 2026

Neither those for nor against slavery liked the idea of America’s citizens deciding such an essential issue.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

A reliable indicator of economic health is real disposable income, which tracks how much extra money people actually have after essentials are paid for.

From Salon Aug. 13, 2026

Since our move coincided with Amazon’s Prime Day sale, I timed a few purchases accordingly and saved a combined $21.50 on the router and some household essentials.

From MarketWatch Aug. 11, 2026

Those riches still underpin the economy and help fund government spending on essentials like healthcare and housing.

From BBC Aug. 8, 2026

She had to go back to her native village in the country's north to bring back rice and other essentials to feed her family.

From Barron's Aug. 5, 2026

I figure we need to get outta here, so I rush upstairs and throw some essentials into my backpack, including the Miss Peachy’s bag I got on my birthday.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas




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