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
Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 3 July 2025
In addition to cleanings, the kids were shown some basics about brushing and overall good dental hygiene.
—Brad Schmitt, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025
Then, just provide basic personal information to secure your new account with bet365.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
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Adjective
Its biggest revamp in years is credited to the incorporation of AI.
—Amazon goes back to basics.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 3 July 2025
In addition to cleanings, the kids were shown some basics about brushing and overall good dental hygiene.
—Brad Schmitt, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Noun
For most of our lives, body odor stems from sweat, bacteria and dead skin, which can be addressed with basic hygiene.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025
Then, just provide basic personal information to secure your new account with bet365.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for basic
Adjective
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Unlike the predictable drawers that pull out, this style slides out to the side, so pulling out paper clips feels more like an event than a rudimentary task.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
30 June 2025
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Rather than simply responding to instructions, the systems demonstrated initiative, persistence, and a rudimentary capacity for self-preservation.—
Hamilton Mann,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
Noun
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Track the essentials: load times, drop-off points, funnel completion and bug frequency.—
Anatolii Kasianov,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The Pala Super Mart & Fuel Station will include a 12,000-square-foot retail area, which is three times the size of the existing Pala Mini Mart, and will sell fresh produce, dairy, pantry staples and household essentials, among other items.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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What To Know The growing resistance to phones on school grounds has been burgeoning since Florida enacted statewide changes in elementary and middle schools in 2023.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 June 2025
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Queen, an elementary schooler at the time, preferred to play at Goldilocks, another neighborhood court five blocks away.—
Sam Cohn,
Baltimore Sun,
25 June 2025
Noun
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Finally, and perhaps most obviously, in today’s office world, drinks and snacks are a must.—
Brit Morse,
Fortune,
7 July 2025
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Pasta salad is always a must at the potluck, and this one has been around for a very long time.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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In the introductory remarks, patrons were urged to keep as quiet as possible in order to experience the possibilities of hearing overlapping ensembles.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
29 June 2025
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Quickly becoming a fan favorite for the Angels faithful, Moore capped his introductory homestand with another clutch at-bat — in a week that started with a bang thanks to his two home run spectacle Tuesday against the Red Sox.—
Benjamin Royer,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2025
Noun
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For instance, the Nevada Department of Transportation has adopted Commvault’s PQC tools to meet government security requirements and protect sensitive information.—
Robert Kramer,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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And in a case about Texas’ requirement that websites verify users are 18 or over, one justice expressed her own parental frustration over trying to control what her children see on the internet.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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Character is fundamental to leadership; without it, leadership is a position without moral conviction.—
John Baldoni,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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The Montana Supreme Court said the state constitution gives minors the same fundamental rights as adults.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
4 July 2025
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“Basic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/basic. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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