vital
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Oil prices plunged Wednesday while stocks rallied after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that will see Tehran temporarily reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
This would leave them without vital support and affect their broader quality of life.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
Nepal's government has developed tough measures to stamp out insurance scams involving unnecessary helicopter rescues of trekkers, an official said Tuesday, a long-running racket threatening the country's vital tourism industry.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
Particularly since it became part of the larger ArcLight Hollywood multiplex in 2002, the Dome had been a vital part of the community of moviegoers in Los Angeles, home to many notable premieres and events.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026
“I’m glad that Mr. Sayle has such happy memories of our school days together and I’m glad that the two of us, together, today, can make such a vital difference to our nation’s schools.”
From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz
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