basics

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Saving and planning are keys to a successful retirement, but amassing more savings is getting more difficult as Americans are struggling with rising costs of everyday basics like groceries, gas, healthcare and housing.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

Outside, migrant women, some with children, left carrying plastic bags filled with basics such as bread and toothpaste.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

"Let's get this country functioning again, let's get the basics right for people," he continued.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

After learning the basics of tap dancing from a boarder in the house where he was living, he caught the eye of more experienced tappers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

“I only missed the first day. I got the basics covered.”

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera