indispensable

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“While GPUs handle the heavy mathematical lifting for AI, modern high-core-count CPUs are becoming indispensable for orchestration, data-management, and real-time inference tasks that GPUs cannot perform efficiently,” Lee wrote.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

"We are still struggling to replace the king that is oil," said Perrin, recalling its indispensable role in transportation and petrochemicals.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

Not to mention the intelligence capabilities indispensable for such an operation?

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

He said the US was an "indispensable cornerstone" of the UK's security, and that allies should "show up" regardless of who the current president is.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

Boseman was not the most intelligent fellow but had a knack for anticipating Ridgeway’s wishes in a manner equal parts indispensable and eerie.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead