most basic
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"These vessels, which fail to adhere to the most basic rules of maritime navigation, also pose a threat to the environment and to everyone's safety," he said.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Fundamental particles are the most basic building blocks of matter – sub-atomic particles that cannot be divided into smaller units.
From Science Daily • May 26, 2026
Saunders said consumers have more flexibility in managing their budgets for clothing than they do for the most basic necessities, like food.
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
Without it, the body would struggle to perform one of its most basic functions: breaking down proteins into the building blocks it needs to survive.
From Barron's • May 5, 2026
At its most basic, class is one way societies sort themselves out.
From "Class Matters" by The New York Times
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