integral

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Moore's account was integral to the investigation – one of the most intricate in Humberside Police's history.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Leaders said the company has shifted its focus toward IP-based digital games — a more profitable landscape than toys, which were once integral to Mattel’s success.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

A shabbier perspective is integral to any depiction of Jacobs’ work.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

The colossal size of his most celebrated creations proves integral to their success; these new works feel slight and instantly forgettable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

She answered the phones and distributed the mail in addition to her regular duties, which at the time involved solving a triple integral for an engineer in the division.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly