critically

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Your father made sure you earned your allowance, and you got your first sense of what it was like to contribute to the household and — critically — be a stakeholder.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

On balance, I think it’s critically important that inside information is addressed thoroughly and comprehensively to support confidence rather than undermine it.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

Meningitis is a horrific disease that can take people from the peak of life and health to critically ill within hours, but it is still rare.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The Philippines declared an energy state of emergency due to the imminent danger of critically low supply.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

At last he dropped the hammer and turned to Coll, who was watching him critically.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander