essential to

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Railroads were essential to the development of American industry — allowing the U.S. to surpass Europe about 130 years ago — by providing business access to markets and supplies.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

This was an era of moviegoing when premieres were essential to a movie’s box office success, drawing substantial marketing opportunities.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

For example, the Colored People’s Convention that met in 1865 in Charleston, South Carolina, argued that equal voting rights were “inherent and essential to every republican form of government.”

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

Preserving forest cover is essential to fighting climate warming as trees act as a natural carbon sink.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

“We don’t mind sleeping in the living room,” said Harry, who knew that Griphook would think poorly of having to sleep on the sofa; keeping Griphook happy was essential to their plans.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling