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Inmate votes were especially key in the 2024 gubernatorial primary as González-Colón, a longtime New Progressive Party member, was challenging the incumbent governor of the same party.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

The confidence element is key in turning casual trail runners into more committed ones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

The National Trust - the heritage and conservation charity founded in 1895 - has also been key in opening up much of the Peak District to the public.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

As a neighbour of China as well, Pakistan has cultivated good relations with Beijing, which diplomats and Trump himself have said was key in getting Iran to the negotiating table.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Next, he twisted the key in the back of the little clock, and set it to ring at exactly 3:15 A.M.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville