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general or basic truths on which other truths or theories can be based
this will be just an introduction to the essentials of computer programming
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Recent Examples of essentials
Others are dipping into savings, taking on side gigs or cutting essentials to offset expenses.
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Bybryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
For those updating their wardrobes or prepping for a trip, Quince’s Vacation Shop is a great place to start, as it’s now stocked with lightweight linen, easy-care silk, and soft cotton essentials.
—Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Thanks to Kate Middleton, a clutch is about to become our secret weapon for keeping essentials handy during these events.
—Claire West, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
The e-commerce giant has expanded the reach of its ultra-fast service delivery service Amazon Now, which brings thousands of grocery, household essentials and other items tailored for local markets to customers in about 30 minutes or less.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 15 May 2026
Ahead, the modern workwear essentials to invest in (and even have a little fun with) right now.
—Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
From instant savings and rotating member-only deals to consistently low prices on everyday essentials, the benefits add up quickly.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 14 May 2026
That's great for tracking the essentials.
—New Atlas, 8 May 2026
Members donated clothes, diapers, toys and other essentials.
—Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
Bybryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
For those updating their wardrobes or prepping for a trip, Quince’s Vacation Shop is a great place to start, as it’s now stocked with lightweight linen, easy-care silk, and soft cotton essentials.
—Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Thanks to Kate Middleton, a clutch is about to become our secret weapon for keeping essentials handy during these events.
—Claire West, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
The e-commerce giant has expanded the reach of its ultra-fast service delivery service Amazon Now, which brings thousands of grocery, household essentials and other items tailored for local markets to customers in about 30 minutes or less.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 15 May 2026
Ahead, the modern workwear essentials to invest in (and even have a little fun with) right now.
—Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
From instant savings and rotating member-only deals to consistently low prices on everyday essentials, the benefits add up quickly.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 14 May 2026
That's great for tracking the essentials.
—New Atlas, 8 May 2026
Members donated clothes, diapers, toys and other essentials.
—Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for essentials
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On paper, certain design elements shouldn’t make sense, like the vine wallpaper mixed with cloth foliage fabric wall coverings, or the houndstooth wallpaper in a bathroom that’s already an alchemy of half a dozen different tile patterns.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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The collaboration features shield motifs along with chain link elements for jewelry.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
Noun
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Questionnaires may have been edited for spelling, grammar, length and, in some instances, to remove offensive language.—
Oc Register,
Oc Register,
8 May 2026
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Questionnaires may have been edited for spelling, grammar, length and, in some instances, to remove hate speech and offensive language.—
Sierra van der Brug,
Daily News,
7 May 2026
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“Essentials.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/essentials. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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