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core

adjective B2 Neutral

Meaning

Central or most important part of something.
💡 A common mistake is using "core" as a noun instead of an adjective.

Example Sentences

The core principles of the policy must be clearly understood .

Word in Context

Anna woke early to prepare for the team meeting and made a clear list of what she wanted to say . She knew the core message had to be short , so she practiced it until it sounded natural . When she arrived , she listened to everyone's ideas and added a few simple examples to support her point . By the end of the meeting the team agreed on a plan and felt ready to start work .

Common Phrases

core values core beliefs core competencies

Synonyms

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