key word
noun
: a word that is a key: such as
a
usually keyword
: a significant word from a title or document used especially as an index to content
b
: a word exemplifying the meaning or value of a letter or symbol
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The key word is genuine, because phony scarcity ruins trust.
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Jodie Cook, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
But knowing how to read a label properly takes practice, guidance, and an understanding of key words, definitions, and interpretation of values.
—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 25 Nov. 2024
The key word with this group is consistency and Franklin said he’s seen both accomplish that this preseason.
—Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 22 Aug. 2024
The key word here is introductory: that new rate is good for a set period of time, ideally 12 to 18 months, and then any remaining unpaid balance will start accruing interest at rates between 16% and 25%.
—Winnie Sun, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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Jodie Cook, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
But knowing how to read a label properly takes practice, guidance, and an understanding of key words, definitions, and interpretation of values.
—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 25 Nov. 2024
The key word with this group is consistency and Franklin said he’s seen both accomplish that this preseason.
—Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 22 Aug. 2024
The key word here is introductory: that new rate is good for a set period of time, ideally 12 to 18 months, and then any remaining unpaid balance will start accruing interest at rates between 16% and 25%.
—Winnie Sun, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Key word.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/key%20word. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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