essence
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In essence, the neighboring sale upped the ante as far as Behar’s listing is concerned—and also encouraged her agents to start thinking about other ways they could prove the home’s potential to prospective buyers.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026
“In essence, I trusted the wrong people at a very vulnerable time in my life,” Shah told People.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
Sure, implied volatility, which is the essence of put and call prices, remains expensive, but options cost less than stocks.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
Her employer, NWCare, said they were "devastated to learn about the unexpected passing" and that she "was the essence of humanity, kind, compassionate and beautiful".
From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026
Of course, the food stayed where she put it until it was cleared away by the servants, but Aurelia understood that the gods didn’t need real food, only its spiritual essence.
From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks
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