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Definitions

of the essence

ADJECTIVE
prerequisite
Synonyms
STRONG
essential expedient imperative mandatory requisite
WEAK
called-for important indispensable necessitous needful obligatory required vital
Antonyms
STRONG
inessential optional secondary unnecessary voluntary

Example Sentences

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And while Clare was tempted to let her continue, just to see what absurd finish she had planned for this charade, time was of the essence.

From Literature

Speed is of the essence because, nearly a month in, disruptions are spreading.

From The Wall Street Journal

Now, time is of the essence for her to find a hubby.

From Los Angeles Times

“Time is running out, it is truly of the essence!” he said in the post.

From MarketWatch

On the hour, with time of the essence and an equaliser required, Spurs supporters erupted as the ball was played around aimlessly at the back in the manner of a team defending a healthy lead.

From BBC

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.