key in

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Both Leavitt and Hegseth, however, mentioned that the United States wants to ensure Iran does not have stockpiles of enriched uranium, the fissile material that is key in developing nuclear weapons.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

It is also key in fiber-optic manufacturing and defense applications.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

The other key, in Craig’s view, is to actually practice doing it.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

Asked what is key in selecting a team, American two-time Paralympic champion Jack Wallace said: "Chemistry and character is a massive factor."

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

Only the scent of cedarwood lay inside, and I realized the rattling that I thought came from within the box was the key in its hidden compartment.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce