as in rudimentary
of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject
you'll need a basic knowledge of computers to get any sort of office work
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Recent Examples of basic
Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
There are three basic actions in poker: call, fold, raise.
—Nate Silver, WIRED, 19 Dec. 2024
Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
Slice helps clients go beyond the basics, addressing current challenges and offering impressive tools anticipating future needs.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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From starting with basic gear to eventually joining a team, each step is about building ability and competitiveness.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
There are three basic actions in poker: call, fold, raise.
—Nate Silver, WIRED, 19 Dec. 2024
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Before the victory against Brentford on December 4, Villa had accrued 21 points across 17 fixtures and players spoke about the need to restore basics.
—Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
Slice helps clients go beyond the basics, addressing current challenges and offering impressive tools anticipating future needs.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for basic
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In 2018, a team of French physicists developed a rudimentary mathematical model to describe the deformation of a common type of knit.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 27 Dec. 2024
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The plane’s landing assistance system, which used radio waves to measure the plane’s relative distance to the runway, had been improved so dramatically that it was being used as a rudimentary navigation device.Justin Ling, WIRED, 23 Dec. 2024
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Flexible hours, mental health programs and well-being initiatives have become essentials.Akin Akinpelu, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Monday's cartoons - grocery essentials, waiting room, and more Newsletter sign up By The Week US published 16 December 2024 Subscribe to The Week Escape your echo chamber.The Week US, theweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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This event took place at Global Education Academy, predominantly serving Latino students, where 400 elementary and middle school students were given toys, meals, and artist merchandise.Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 21 Dec. 2024
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The International Baccalaureate curriculum at Jones encourages the elementary students there to use a global perspective in education through respect, inquiry, growth and service, according to the district.NWA Democrat-Gazette, arkansasonline.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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Notably, talent shortages in healthcare support roles shift the focus of attention from academic degrees to factual experiences — even though, as far as healthcare jobs are concerned, basic specialized training is still a must.Hilary Tetenbaum, The Arizona Republic, 18 Dec. 2024
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Limit app downloads: Restricting app downloads to the appropriate age range is a must.Jennifer Jolly, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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Start with introductory courses or free resources such as YouTube tutorials to build a solid foundation.Jay Garcia, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Soto posted a picture of himself in a Mets hat and jersey that was taken during his introductory press conference at Citi Field.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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The takahe’s slow reproductive cycle and specialized habitat requirements mean that its recovery is still vulnerable to environmental changes, disease outbreaks and funding constraints.Scott Travers, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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That has not totally vanished from his game — with 1.6 switches per 100 passes this season — but Slot’s style of play is predicated on greater control in the build-up phase, meaning there is less requirement for Alexander-Arnold to play those searching cross-field balls.Mark Carey, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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Has the fundamental power structure of the sport changed?Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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This shift requires comprehensive training and a fundamental change in mindset across the organization.Danny Jenkins, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Basic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/basic. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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