essential
adjective
absolutely necessary; indispensable.
essentials
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pluralof essential.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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“It starts by retaking control of the essentials that make a place work or not.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
Snell is not the only resident in the town that is concerned about struggling to afford heating and other essentials this winter.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
Customers have relied on those discounts to make the holidays work for their finances, given higher prices for essentials like food and gasoline.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 29, 2026
The founder of a charity which provides essentials like Moses baskets, prams, nappies and clothes to struggling families across Leeds has said it urgently needs more donations to help keep up with demand.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026
The essentials were now being dragged laboriously over the ice by Endurance's crew.
From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong
