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basic

[bey-sik] / ˈbeɪ sɪk /


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It breaks reactions down into basic electron movements and explores different possibilities.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

"Their equivalent colleague sitting right next to them in England is still a basic rate taxpayer."

From BBC • May 5, 2026

They have accommodated me with a hotel, but I don’t have access to basic amenities like laundry or a kitchen, and it’s been a significant amount of time.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

The thing about Spirit that makes it complicated is that the network carriers started imitating the business model of Spirit and the other ultra-low-cost carriers through basic economy fares.

From Slate • May 5, 2026

Melody is one of the most basic elements of music.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones




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