Essential

B1

What does "Essential" mean?

absolutely necessary; extremely important

Synonym: crucial Opposite: optional

"Essential" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

It is absolutely essential that you tell me...

Friends S8E23

We have total privacy because privacy is essntial when you're listening to music.

How I Met Your Mother S3E3

Okay. It's essential.

The Intern

it has all the essentials.

Desperate Housewives S1E6

Everyone here believes that what we're doing Is essential.

Parks and Recreation S2E24

But it involves a conversation about how essential you find Ava Hessington.

Suits S3E4

I think our goal should be we don't have meetings unless they're absolutely essential.

The Office S6E3

"Essential" in TV shows & movies

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