on key

British

adjective

in the right key
in tune

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“If this were to go through — and we get these kinds of tariff increases on key allies — that would be problematic,” Gordon said.

From MarketWatch

McDonald said no DNA belonging to Stone had been found on key exhibits, adding these were items on which forensic material from the attacker would normally be expected.

From BBC

In exchange, China will lower retaliatory tariffs on key Canadian agricultural products.

From BBC

Lam will remain the party's top leader, according to sources briefed on key internal deliberations.

From Barron's

The analysis focused on key indicators of how the body manages sugar, including fasting glucose levels, insulin levels, and blood sugar measured two hours after eating.

From Science Daily

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