most basic
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Department of Agriculture inspectors and the Assn. of Zoos & Aquariums found a “critical lack of funding and staffing to address even the most basic repairs,” L.A.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
The most basic right is on the line.
From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2026
Lawyers for the Times said "the Government's actions violate the most basic First Amendment protections for newsgathering activity."
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
Despite some encouraging signs, millions of Americans are still struggling with credit-card debt — sometimes to pay for the most basic needs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
While those differences constitute the most basic fact of world history, the reasons for them remain uncertain and controversial.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
