as in essential
impossible to do without
fully aware that he was an indispensable assistant, he decided that it was high time that he be paid what he was worth
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Recent Examples of indispensable
Medicaid is indispensable for millions with complex health and social needs, like people with disabilities.
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Bhavya Ancha, Baltimore Sun, 7 June 2025
Business leaders must shift their focus from simply acquiring AI tools to strategically embedding them within human-centric processes, ensuring that twice literate humans are in the loop, empowered and indispensable.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Vest: Brunello Cucinelli Photo : Photographed by Luke Dickey/Styled by Alex Badia
An indispensable garment for a certain segment of professional males, the vest is, frankly, quite practical.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 11 June 2025
There are many reasons why a pair of night vision goggles is indispensable to you.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2025
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Bhavya Ancha, Baltimore Sun, 7 June 2025
Business leaders must shift their focus from simply acquiring AI tools to strategically embedding them within human-centric processes, ensuring that twice literate humans are in the loop, empowered and indispensable.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Vest: Brunello Cucinelli Photo : Photographed by Luke Dickey/Styled by Alex Badia
An indispensable garment for a certain segment of professional males, the vest is, frankly, quite practical.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 11 June 2025
There are many reasons why a pair of night vision goggles is indispensable to you.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indispensable
Adjective
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So, keeping a stock of band aids in your carry-on is essential.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2025
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They were often found handing out doughnuts to essential workers in 2020 and 2021 during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
21 June 2025
Adjective
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And the Trump administration has framed its unilateralism as a necessary response to China’s actions.—
Oriana Skylar Mastro,
Foreign Affairs,
24 June 2025
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By thoughtfully considering how their cultures impact new graduate experiences, companies can create environments that not only attract top talent but also foster the innovation and adaptability necessary for future success.—
Brendan Keegan,
Rolling Stone,
24 June 2025
Adjective
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Legal recourse can be an integral part of institutional strategy.—
John Marino,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Scientific fieldwork is an integral part of research in many disciplines, including geology, geography, forestry, ecology, and others.—
Sarah Boon
June 25,
Literary Hub,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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Doing so required China, Russia, and Washington’s European allies to sign on to a sanctions regime.—
KORI SCHAKE,
Foreign Affairs,
24 June 2025
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These aren’t participation trophies but achievements that required skill, preparation and genuine contribution.—
Sughnen Yongo,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
Adjective
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Who promises tomorrows to a whole needful planet, restrikes that match?—
Corey Van Landingham,
The New Yorker,
19 June 2023
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What sort of response was needful?—
Razib Khan,
Discover Magazine,
14 Jan. 2013
Adjective
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Ukraine is completely out of ammunition for its two vital missile defense SAMP/T batteries, the Franco-Italian version of the U.S. Patriot missile defense system, according to sources speaking with Le Monde late last month.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
29 June 2025
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His size and ability to elevate over defenders are vital to his penchant for converting on shots others wouldn't dare take.—
Bobby Krivitsky,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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“Indispensable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indispensable. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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