vital
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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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