basics

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The clothing brand Everlane burst onto the fashion scene in 2011 with a bold proclamation: “The finest designer-quality accessories, basics & essentials under $100.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

He said he had spent the three-week break since then working with his team on the basics such as set-up of the car.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

For working-class families, inflation -- especially of basics like fuel and groceries -- tends to define their experience of the economy.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

When energy costs jumped following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Walmart, Target and other retailers said that consumers quickly began spending more on essentials, such as food, to ensure they had the basics covered.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Heisenberg opened by explaining the basics of a complex mathematical theory called S-matrix, quickly filling the blackboard with a jumble of symbols and formulas.

From "Bomb" by Steve Sheinkin