essential part

NOUN

nitty-gritty

Synonyms

STRONG

basics core essence focus fundamentals gist heart kernel meat quintessence reality root soul substance

WEAK

bottom line brass tacks chief part chief thing cold fact essential details hard fact heart of the matter important matter meat and potatoes name of the game nuts and bolts the facts the name of the game

Antonyms

STRONG

exterior exteriority outside surface

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essential part

Professor Mark Sullivan, also from the University of Southampton, said questioning established ideas and observations remains an essential part of the scientific process.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 29, 2026

That determination to stand up for herself, and to value her music as more than just a commodity, is an essential part of Parton's legacy.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

BTS’s lawsuit angered some devotees, who say unofficial merch is an essential part of their fandom.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026

Artificial intelligence is becoming an essential part of Spotify’s business.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026

Fungi are an essential part of the life cycle on earth.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan

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