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Recent Examples of vitally
But the solution to the overreaction epidemic is emotion regulation—which will be vitally important to address our global challenges ahead.
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Marc Brackett, Time, 28 Oct. 2025
Because ultimately that tactility is vitally important in an Aston Martin.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 12 Oct. 2025
Their mission is to draw attention to the challenges women farmers face across the globe, while also highlighting the vitally important role these women play in providing for their families, their communities, and all of us.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
Wisely, Square Enix kept that narrative exactly intact for The Ivalice Chronicles, and vitally didn’t defang any of its societal criticisms.
—Hayes Madsen, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2025
Other vitally important officials have resigned in protest.
—Patti Newton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Sep. 2025
Ways to Connect With Your Child Staying connected with your child during the coming out process and afterwards is vitally important.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 19 Sep. 2025
The process of sitting became vitally important to Bella, as did proving herself an engaging enough companion.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
Musk has made clear control of Tesla is vitally important to him.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025
Marc Brackett, Time, 28 Oct. 2025
Because ultimately that tactility is vitally important in an Aston Martin.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 12 Oct. 2025
Their mission is to draw attention to the challenges women farmers face across the globe, while also highlighting the vitally important role these women play in providing for their families, their communities, and all of us.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
Wisely, Square Enix kept that narrative exactly intact for The Ivalice Chronicles, and vitally didn’t defang any of its societal criticisms.
—Hayes Madsen, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2025
Other vitally important officials have resigned in protest.
—Patti Newton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Sep. 2025
Ways to Connect With Your Child Staying connected with your child during the coming out process and afterwards is vitally important.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 19 Sep. 2025
The process of sitting became vitally important to Bella, as did proving herself an engaging enough companion.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
Musk has made clear control of Tesla is vitally important to him.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vitally
Adverb
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Sharon is extremely annoying, but my heart does break for her a tiny bit here.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
31 Oct. 2025
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Satchel Crossbody This effortlessly chic crossbody bag will add an elegant flair to any daytime look while also being extremely functional.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The hunter was supposed to be Nweeia’s main guide, and this happened on the very first day of the expedition.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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There are very few people with any substance who want to run.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Disney is incredibly unlikely to ever admit that politics were a factor in Doctor Who‘s cancellation, but Jimmy Kimmel’s brief suspension was revealing of the company’s desire to minimize MAGA wrath.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
30 Oct. 2025
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There’s always someone around the corner who’s eager to please you, but being so recognizable can become incredibly isolating as well.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The market isn't terribly deep for that need this winter.—
Tim Crowley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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This was natural mummification, a possible if not terribly likely occurrence in the dry cool February climate of Santa Fe, in this case in the confines of a private modern house.—
Joy Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Hill said his tribe’s gaming operations are highly regulated, unlike bars, and are subject to annual audits and reporting to the state.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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After the game, All-Pro edge-rusher Micah Parsons spoke highly of his young QB.—
Rowan Fisher-Shotton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Fast and Free High-rise Tight 25-inch 5-pocket There’s simply no such thing as having too many pockets, as exhibited by these fan-favorite five-pocket leggings, which are currently $69.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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Meaning, his sons balance a hearty rotation of sports and academics, but the Farrers are also diligent about working in time for volunteer projects, too.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The Gogebic-Ontonagon Community Action Agency is not so fortunate, said Renee Pertile, early childhood director at the agency.—
Beki San Martin,
Freep.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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This is why economists are so preoccupied with a country’s debt-to-GDP ratio, basically whether a country is growing enough to justify its borrowing, which is projected to spiral to 156% by 2055 according to the CBO.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
27 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Here's everything to know about what really happened to Mallory Beach and how her family sought justice from the Murdaugh family.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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Both of them are great spirits and really easygoing.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Vitally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vitally. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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