vital

Example Sentences

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Welsh Liberal Democrat leader Jane Dodds MS said teaching assistants were "absolutely vital" and the party wanted to see them "properly recognised and valued for their exceptional work."

From BBC

Poor hygiene conditions caused by the destruction of vital infrastructure have led to the spread of infections and disease.

From BBC

Venezuela has been vital for Cuba’s economy since 1999, when then-President Hugo Chávez described the two countries as bound together “in a sea of happiness.”

From The Wall Street Journal

"If you have a working smoke alarm and a fire was to occur, it can provide those vital extra seconds needed for you to get out of your home safely."

From BBC

She was so overweight she had to sign a waiver to say she might not make it through a vital operation.

From BBC