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integral

[in-ti-gruhl, in-teg-ruhl] / ˈɪn tɪ grəl, ɪnˈtɛg rəl /




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Identifying and helping cultivate fresh storylines driven by relatable characters are integral to that success.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

"The way she plays is subtle but integral to the team that she's in. If Keira's good and if Keira's flying, the team's flying," Williamson told the Women's Football Weekly podcast.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The crew themselves have been integral to the storytelling.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

A shabbier perspective is integral to any depiction of Jacobs’ work.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

Sensible words—English words—could not be made out, and she refused to answer any questions, not that that was integral to the process.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline




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