central principle

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A key foundation for understanding why time seems to move in one direction is Boltzmann's H theorem, a central principle in statistical mechanics tied to the second law of thermodynamics.

From Science Daily • May 3, 2026

This central principle asks that we think more carefully about where we spend our money.

From National Geographic • Dec. 20, 2023

And these experts’ predictions have one central principle: to confidently guess what will eventually befall a planet, you have to know the size of its star.

From Scientific American • Oct. 5, 2023

“Equity is the central principle around every decision Louisville Metro Government makes,” said Jessica Wethington, the office’s deputy director of communications.

From New York Times • Oct. 16, 2021

The central principle of this Bill is the establishment of Trade Boards, which will be charged with the duty of fixing a minimum wage.

From Liberalism and the Social Problem by Churchill, Winston