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Definition
necessary or important or relating to the basic nature of something
- The merchants live above their businesses, so I was essentially in their backyards.p. 29.2
- We're whisked down to the bottom level of the Remake Center, which is essentially a gigantic stable.p. 68.1
- I've never worn high heels and can't get used to essentially wobbling around on the balls of my feet.p. 115.2
- Flight is essential.p. 223.1
- He hasn't said it, but I don't think Peeta felt good about killing her, even if it was essential.p. 324.3
There are no more uses of "essential" in The Hunger Games.
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