of the essence

ADJECTIVE

prerequisite

Synonyms

STRONG

essential expedient imperative mandatory requisite

WEAK

called-for important indispensable necessitous needful obligatory required vital

Antonyms

STRONG

inessential optional secondary unnecessary voluntary

Example Sentences

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Time is of the essence, say top EU officials.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Speed is of the essence because, nearly a month in, disruptions are spreading.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

On the hour, with time of the essence and an equaliser required, Spurs supporters erupted as the ball was played around aimlessly at the back in the manner of a team defending a healthy lead.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026

Time is of the essence when it comes to making these refund-enhancing tax-planning moves, and filing your 2025 tax return, according to Greene-Lewis.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 4, 2025

This Atman, which resides in every thing, is part of the essence of the universe, and is immortal.

From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife

of the essence

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