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[uh-sen-shuhl] / əˈsɛn ʃəl /




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Deciding when a company has grown large and dominant because it is better than others or because it has unfairly built a monopoly can be difficult, but it is essential.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

The danger of relying so heavily on a single supplier for these essential materials was underscored last year when China announced it was restricting exports of some rare-earth metals.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

Scientists believe these cycles may help produce complex molecules that are essential for life.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

For generations of office workers in Mumbai, home-cooked meals have remained deeply tied to family routine, culture and dietary preferences - making the daily lunchbox an essential part of working life in the fast-paced city.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

She also had practice in the essential séance skill of listening with grave attention.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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