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vital

[vahyt-l] / ˈvaɪt l /




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The waterway was a vital conduit for global energy supplies before the war, carrying about one-fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas to overseas markets.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 11, 2026

Iamaleava played a vital role in keeping the offense on track.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 11, 2026

"The FFF, a founding member of Fifa, thus intends to contribute to a debate that is vital for the future of football, its regulation and its development."

From BBC Sep. 10, 2026

Sharing stories with the next generation is vital, healing and resilient.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 10, 2026

Information was provided that was vital to our survival or necessary for maintaining our home.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals




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