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as in nature
the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is
the belief that power ultimately rests with the people is the very essence of democracy
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as in core
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
presented the essence of weeks of testimony in a 20-minute appeal to the jury
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Recent Examples of essence
Nobody else would be able to do a film with so many details but still take the essence of my story and respect my family.
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Damon Wise, Deadline, 15 Feb. 2025
For instance, while the essence of Virgo is typically grounded, ready to plan and execute, the influence of Uranus brings disruptions, revelations and sudden shifts.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 Feb. 2025
That, in essence, is what Universal Language wants to be: a hilarious yet heartfelt love letter written in duplicate, that borrows another culture’s calligraphy to adequately express affection for one’s own.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 14 Feb. 2025
His contemporary creations celebrate the essence of Asturian cuisine, with standout dishes like tuna tartare with pistachio and caviar, grilled squid noodles with ham consommé, and Cantabrian sea bream in a mussel and fennel beurre blanc.
—Jenn Rice, Vogue, 12 Feb. 2025
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Damon Wise, Deadline, 15 Feb. 2025
For instance, while the essence of Virgo is typically grounded, ready to plan and execute, the influence of Uranus brings disruptions, revelations and sudden shifts.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 Feb. 2025
That, in essence, is what Universal Language wants to be: a hilarious yet heartfelt love letter written in duplicate, that borrows another culture’s calligraphy to adequately express affection for one’s own.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 14 Feb. 2025
His contemporary creations celebrate the essence of Asturian cuisine, with standout dishes like tuna tartare with pistachio and caviar, grilled squid noodles with ham consommé, and Cantabrian sea bream in a mussel and fennel beurre blanc.
—Jenn Rice, Vogue, 12 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for essence
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As secrets unravel, María begins to question her mother’s true nature—and her own.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
22 Feb. 2025
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There’s a clear ebb and flow to each match, but the nature of the game’s format means that every bout is a long-simmering kettle that’s primed to boil over by the time the storm’s iris forces all survivors together in a face-off to the death.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
22 Feb. 2025
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Wine finishes can go quickly overboard, leaving the whiskey with an abundance of big, fruity, tannic notes that overpower its core identity.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
16 Feb. 2025
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As downtown continues to navigate the post-pandemic era and stakeholders reimagine what an urban core can and should be, new projects are helping build that future.—
Matthew Glowicki,
The Courier-Journal,
16 Feb. 2025
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This view indicated that Sinner, who Naldi assured had not used any substances, was blameless.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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Thomas Kienzle | Afp | Getty Images Graham’s comments come as debate rages over the substance of peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, which Trump announced last week, and what a deal could entail.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
15 Feb. 2025
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During the execution, Sigmon will be strapped to a chair, hooded, and marked with a target over his heart.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
22 Feb. 2025
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As our hearts break for you, America, and every democracy now fighting for its life, millions of people have reached out to you in solemn solidarity.—
Sabrina Haake,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2025
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Our pageant community has lost a beautiful soul — one who was a true light in this world.—
Vivian Kwarm,
New York Daily News,
19 Feb. 2025
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According to Owens, excellence is impossible for a restless soul.—
Leslie D. Rose,
Parents,
19 Feb. 2025
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The Harris campaign played up Walz's working-class roots, background in the National Guard and experiences as a school teacher and football coach in the 2024 election won by President Donald Trump.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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Keep the cutting in the vase until the roots are several inches long.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Feb. 2025
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Related Story In general, Becker said consumers’ intrigue in crystals, manifestation and natural healing is coming through in fashion.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
14 Feb. 2025
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The Super Bowl may just be one Sunday night, but the festivities last all weekend long — and this year, New Orleans brought out the very best, from manifestation queen, Doechii, to Janelle Monae, T-Pain, Shaquille O’Neil, and more, the marathon buildup to the big game was as electric as ever.—
Kathleen Newman-Bremang,
refinery29.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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Simultaneously, issues with pushing Rust code into the Linux kernel were brewing.—
Kevin Purdy,
Ars Technica,
14 Feb. 2025
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There’s a small kernel of wisdom in what Dallas did, perhaps.—
John Hollinger,
The Athletic,
12 Feb. 2025
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“Essence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/essence. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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