as in principles
general or basic truths on which other truths or theories can be based
this will be just an introduction to the essentials of computer programming
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Recent Examples of essentials
Packing for a trip is a balancing act between saving space and bringing all your (actual) essentials.
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Sara Coughlin,
Allure,
5 July 2026
Dubbed Camp Meeker Cabin, the project strips mountain living back to its quieter essentials, while still embracing contemporary environmental design.
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Bridget Borgobello
july 03,
New Atlas,
4 July 2026
Plus, with the brand's DashPass membership, shoppers can save even more on their DoorDash orders with exclusive perks like a $0 delivery fee, lower service fees and fast, same-day delivery on a variety of health and wellness essentials.
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Rachel Cortez,
USA Today,
4 July 2026
From everyday staples like dish soap and microfiber towels to tools like a toilet brush and pumice stone, these eight cleaning essentials can help keep your toilet fresh and in good condition.
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Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
4 July 2026
And thankfully, Stewart is no gate-keeper and has shared many of her go-to makeup and skin care essentials over the years.
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Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
4 July 2026
They’re designed with a drawstring waistband to adjust the fit to your liking, plus two side pockets, two cargo pockets, and two back pockets to hold your essentials.
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Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
4 July 2026
Bring extra food and water, fuel up your vehicle in town, prepare for longer travel times than expected, check weather forecasts, and bring essentials for backcountry travel.
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Jamie Siebrase,
Denver Post,
26 June 2026
As for the ongoing New Delhi protest, a steady stream of volunteers keeps the camp running, arriving daily with food, drinking water and other essentials.
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Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
Sara Coughlin,
Allure,
5 July 2026
Dubbed Camp Meeker Cabin, the project strips mountain living back to its quieter essentials, while still embracing contemporary environmental design.
—
Bridget Borgobello
july 03,
New Atlas,
4 July 2026
Plus, with the brand's DashPass membership, shoppers can save even more on their DoorDash orders with exclusive perks like a $0 delivery fee, lower service fees and fast, same-day delivery on a variety of health and wellness essentials.
—
Rachel Cortez,
USA Today,
4 July 2026
From everyday staples like dish soap and microfiber towels to tools like a toilet brush and pumice stone, these eight cleaning essentials can help keep your toilet fresh and in good condition.
—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
4 July 2026
And thankfully, Stewart is no gate-keeper and has shared many of her go-to makeup and skin care essentials over the years.
—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
4 July 2026
They’re designed with a drawstring waistband to adjust the fit to your liking, plus two side pockets, two cargo pockets, and two back pockets to hold your essentials.
—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
4 July 2026
Bring extra food and water, fuel up your vehicle in town, prepare for longer travel times than expected, check weather forecasts, and bring essentials for backcountry travel.
—
Jamie Siebrase,
Denver Post,
26 June 2026
As for the ongoing New Delhi protest, a steady stream of volunteers keeps the camp running, arriving daily with food, drinking water and other essentials.
—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for essentials
Noun
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The space is a balance between tropical escape and late-night lounge, with moody lighting, sexy design elements and music that keeps the energy elevated throughout the evening.
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Authorities stopped letting people into the National Museum of African American History and Culture, with more than 1,000 sheltering outside the building and some exposed to the elements.
Noun
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Out of love for different sound systems, different writing systems, different grammars, different sets of concepts, different idioms, different ways of seeing the world.
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His writing frequently eschewed basic grammar and punctuation.
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“Essentials.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/essentials. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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