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Recent Examples of instrumental
His team mate Cole Palmer, who was instrumental in all three goals netted by the team, looked visibly confused at the time.
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Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 15 July 2025
His vision, leadership, and deep commitment to the power of film and entertainment will be instrumental in guiding our organization into its next chapter.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 14 July 2025
During his career leading Warner Chappell Music Nashville, Vaughn was instrumental in developing numerous artists and songwriters including Dan+Shay, Kacey Musgraves, Lady A, Thomas Rhett and Chris Stapleton.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 9 July 2025
Also, the company’s cost management efforts and return on the ongoing marketing campaigns will be instrumental in maintaining its margins and in turn its financial advantage over its competitors.
—Ankita Dhawan, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
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Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 15 July 2025
His vision, leadership, and deep commitment to the power of film and entertainment will be instrumental in guiding our organization into its next chapter.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 14 July 2025
During his career leading Warner Chappell Music Nashville, Vaughn was instrumental in developing numerous artists and songwriters including Dan+Shay, Kacey Musgraves, Lady A, Thomas Rhett and Chris Stapleton.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 9 July 2025
Also, the company’s cost management efforts and return on the ongoing marketing campaigns will be instrumental in maintaining its margins and in turn its financial advantage over its competitors.
—Ankita Dhawan, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for instrumental
Adjective
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The truth is, digestion is an essential part of the wellness and health conversation.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
15 July 2025
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Hoka Vibrant Bloom Clifton Sneakers Walking countless miles exploring Mediterranean ports, Hoka's Vibrant Bloom Clifton Sneakers were essential for feeling comfortable.—
Alexis Benveniste,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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All good people, regardless of fundamental beliefs, need to vigorously, with courage, resist the sickness that is Trump and MAGA.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 July 2025
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From a fundamental perspective, Elevance Health currently possesses a market capitalization of $77 billion.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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The data needs to be accessible and running in sync across necessary components within the system, not operating in a silo.—
Lori Schafer,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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The Trump administration argued the deployment was necessary to deal with chaotic protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests.—
July 15,
CBS News,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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The fitness center has all the requisite whistles and bells and also hosts yoga classes for those in search of even more serenity, though just being at Grand Del Mar will likely soothe the soul for a good long spell upon departure.—
David Weiss,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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The decor, at times, leans vintage (note the deep copper tub), with the requisite modern touches of a luxury hotel.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
16 July 2025
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In many of these places, girls are 25 percent less likely than boys to access the knowledge needed for basic digital tasks.—
Cynthia Tully,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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While officials cash in, residents are still waiting for basic lighting and infrastructure.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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The Department of the Air Force—comprising the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Space Force—provides the two indispensable military forces upon which all U.S. joint force operations depend.—
David A. Deptula,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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None of these companies own any mines or farms, but all three want to be indispensable in the next phase of Africa’s commodity supply chain story.—
Olumuyiwa Olowogboyega,
semafor.com,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Breakfasts will cost $1.50 for elementary students and $1.75 for intermediate and high school students.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
15 July 2025
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By starting early with high school and even elementary education, institutions can introduce students to the importance of natural resources and the role of mining in the energy transition.—
Ed Macha,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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“Instrumental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instrumental. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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