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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Another key feature of UNICEF's response is humanitarian cash transfers, which allow families in Gaza to buy food, clothing, medicines and other essentials when goods are available in the marketplace.
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Sarah Ferguson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Weary citizens continue to suffer under high inflation, which has pushed up prices for essentials like oil and rice.
—Saif Hasnat Atul Loke, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
Or perhaps the security of keeping your travel essentials within arm’s reach?
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
Humanitarian organizations have consistently reported a debilitating lack of water, food, medical care, vital hygiene supplies and other essentials reaching the territory's uprooted population, many of whom have been forced to relocate several times.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
First, laying out some AI alignment essentials is warranted.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Luckily, Madewell has great on-sale options to stash all your essentials, from cute and convenient crossbody bags to fun and unique upcycled totes.
—Alexis Benveniste, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
From smart, casual-looking polos made for a tropical vacation, to name-brand travel essentials like Calvin Klein’s underwear, these Prime member deals feature price reductions up to 62 percent off.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
Some would assert that this is a vital step in the democratization of AI (read about the essentials at the link here).
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Sarah Ferguson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Weary citizens continue to suffer under high inflation, which has pushed up prices for essentials like oil and rice.
—Saif Hasnat Atul Loke, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
Or perhaps the security of keeping your travel essentials within arm’s reach?
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
Humanitarian organizations have consistently reported a debilitating lack of water, food, medical care, vital hygiene supplies and other essentials reaching the territory's uprooted population, many of whom have been forced to relocate several times.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
First, laying out some AI alignment essentials is warranted.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Luckily, Madewell has great on-sale options to stash all your essentials, from cute and convenient crossbody bags to fun and unique upcycled totes.
—Alexis Benveniste, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
From smart, casual-looking polos made for a tropical vacation, to name-brand travel essentials like Calvin Klein’s underwear, these Prime member deals feature price reductions up to 62 percent off.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
Some would assert that this is a vital step in the democratization of AI (read about the essentials at the link here).
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Essentials.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/essentials. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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