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key

[kee] / ki /


NOUN
item that unlocks
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Comparable store sales grew two percent in the full year, lifted by sales in its key China market and in the Americas.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Uganda’s central bank maintained its key lending rate at 9.75% due to subdued inflation, while monitoring the Iran war’s economic impact.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

In addition to Kenton and Campbell counties, Litafik said he’ll be watching Lewis County, where Massie lives, and Boone and Shelby Counties as key parts of the district.

From Salon • May 14, 2026

Their research pointed to a key factor: the way CO2 molecules interact with infrared light, also known as longwave radiation.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

“If you trust us with your key, that is.”

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo




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