1
as in intrinsic
being a part of the innermost nature of a person or thing
a car dealer respected for his integral honesty and straightforwardness with customers
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2
as in essential
impossible to do without
she's an integral member of the team of archaeologists at that dig
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as in entire
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
a prep school that adheres to the belief that athletics are essential to an integral life
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Recent Examples of integral
Earbuds have become such an integral part of daily life that picking the right one (or even a solid second pair) actually matters.
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PC Magazine, 31 July 2025
The 27-year-old, who signed a new long-term contract this summer, has become an integral part of the team.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 30 July 2025
The restaurant has been an integral part of New Bern’s dining scene since opening in 2010.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 26 July 2025
All the while, it’s remained an integral part of American culture.
—Tracy Scott Forson, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 July 2025
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PC Magazine, 31 July 2025
The 27-year-old, who signed a new long-term contract this summer, has become an integral part of the team.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 30 July 2025
The restaurant has been an integral part of New Bern’s dining scene since opening in 2010.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 26 July 2025
All the while, it’s remained an integral part of American culture.
—Tracy Scott Forson, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for integral
Adjective
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In addition to banking on inviting celebrities and the intrinsic attractiveness of Lake Como as a luxury destination, the club’s new management also pressed on key partnerships and collaborations with the fashion industry in its brand building.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
30 July 2025
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With mixed evidence that AI enhances productivity or solves problems, instructors should consider how to expose students to AI tools that can help develop intrinsic motivation toward using the technology.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
29 July 2025
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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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Research suggests proper hydration is essential for maintaining energy, brain function, and overall health.—
Julie Marks,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
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See the entire database of restaurant inspections here.—
Gege Reed,
The Courier-Journal,
30 July 2025
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Letscher’s more-than-endearing script runs the entire gamut of emotions without ever feeling manipulative or treacly, and pulls it all off in less than 90 minutes – an incredible feat.—
Duante Beddingfield,
Freep.com,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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The strategy carries inherent moral challenges and political risks.—
Morgan Lee,
Chicago Tribune,
25 July 2025
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Unfortunately, this scenario represents a national obsession that has no inherent benefits but also portends deep regret for millions.—
Scott Liftman,
Boston Herald,
25 July 2025
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Inside lane closures may be necessary along the highways as crews complete the work.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
30 July 2025
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In an industry where reinvention is often necessary for survival, White’s consistency on Wheel of Fortune has been her greatest asset.—
Erin Spencer Sairam,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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The history of chicken wings still sparks a debate, but the dish arose in the 1960s and flourished in the 1980s as the cooking of whole chickens declined and consumers began preferring chicken breasts in entrées.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Midday is the perfect time to satisfy your stomach with plant protein: Chickpea salad in lettuce cups or on whole grain bread.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
29 July 2025
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No required Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification from the company was viewable on the state’s Labor and Economic Opportunity website as of the morning of Wednesday, July 23.—
Darcie Moran,
Freep.com,
24 July 2025
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The petition drive was a required step to keep the cityhood application process going.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 July 2025
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Republican senators should realize by now that there’s no amount of loyalty, short of complete loyalty, that can ever satisfy the president.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Aug. 2025
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Here’s our complete guide to loading your dishwasher the right way.—
Susan Hall Mahon,
Southern Living,
4 Aug. 2025
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“Integral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/integral. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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