fundamental

Example Sentences

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That sense of erasure—of something fundamental being lost beneath the surface of change—felt familiar to me.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

While that argument addresses quality-control concerns associated with the gray market, it doesn’t confront the fundamental question of whether peptides are safe.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

The fundamental issue is the 50-50 power split does not really work with this engine architecture and the current size of battery.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

“The fundamental principle of this fund is to keep people invested for the long term,” he adds.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

“And he ignored his basic, most fundamental duty.”

From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya