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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as in essential
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Recent Examples of basic
Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
The basic act of assembling and protesting the government’s actions is unquestionably protected, according to the First Amendment Coalition, a California nonprofit that’s committed to protecting freedom of speech.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 9 Apr. 2025
Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 27 Mar. 2025
After the outlandish outer-space exploration moment that is Moonraker, Bond tried going back to basics with 1981's For Your Eyes Only.
—EW.com, 23 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Company leaders’ concerns about returns on investment, skepticism about long-term impact or a basic lack of understanding about what coaching actually entails can all stand in the way of landing a contract.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
The basic act of assembling and protesting the government’s actions is unquestionably protected, according to the First Amendment Coalition, a California nonprofit that’s committed to protecting freedom of speech.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
Many of the pieces, similar to Goop’s collection of high-quality basics, sold out.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 27 Mar. 2025
After the outlandish outer-space exploration moment that is Moonraker, Bond tried going back to basics with 1981's For Your Eyes Only.
—EW.com, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for basic
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The adjustable-length stirrups will suit a wide range of riders, holding onto a rudimentary handlebar and sitting on a floating seat unit long enough to take a passenger, and capable of moving independently from the robot's ... butt joints.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Apr. 2025
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Added to the chaos is the underlying rudimentary calculation of tariff levels that have produced wildly uneven and irrational effects on trading partners with no readily discernible policy value.—
Jerrold Lundquist,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
Noun
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All the back-and-forth surrounding President Donald Trump’s wide-ranging tariffs has brought on concerns surrounding rising costs of high-end luxuries and everyday essentials.—
Sara Coughlin,
SELF,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Home Depot’s Spring Black Friday Sale is full of deals on gardening and outdoor essentials, including grills, patio umbrellas, lawn mowers, and more.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The district’s elementary and middle schools were releasing students beginning at 1:30 p.m., and the junior high and high schools were planning to release students starting around 2 p.m.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
4 Apr. 2025
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Authorities said the two juveniles were elementary and middle school age, Alaska’s News Source reported.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The scene will portray oil workers getting in their trucks and heading to work, thus a dirty vehicle is a must.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Apr. 2025
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Double Imperative Having two ovens – whether in a wall installation or as part of a range – is a must, Silverman declares.—
Jamie Gold,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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For various introductory examples and further detailed indications about generating prompts prompting, see my coverage at the link here.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Completing an introductory period does not guarantee continued employment.—
Dan Eaton,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Transportation Security Administration confirmed to USA TODAY that the agency still had plans to enforce the identification requirement for every adult traveler starting Wednesday, May 7.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
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This can provide the agility needed to shift workloads across different providers as strategic requirements change.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Now the data revolution is reimagining one of the game’s most fundamental tools: the bat.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2025
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Trump has 'fundamental misunderstanding': Expert Some economists and international trade experts told ABC News that the president's controversial trade policy could actually discourage firms from setting up factories on American soil.—
Ivan Pereira,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Basic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/basic. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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