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key

[kee] / ki /


NOUN
item that unlocks
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But despite North Korea's reliance on China and its position as a junior partner in the alliance, this week Kim appeared to get his way on at least one key issue.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Although, Europe’s gas stocking demand will likely be a key support for both LNG and coal prices in the coming months, he adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The key to how the Fed thinks about the CPI report will depend on the details.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

It suited the structure of the book — the key incidents fitted perfectly — but I hope more than that it allowed us to care about the boys.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

She gives me the key and I slot it into the padlock and turn it.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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