essential distinction

Frequency: 7.211.3 per million words

A necessary and fundamental difference.

distinctionADJECTIVE + NOUN

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essential

Examples (10)

  • The essential distinction between theory and practice must be understood.
  • We need to make an essential distinction between correlation and causation.
  • This essential distinction lies at the heart of the debate.
  • Students often fail to grasp the essential distinction between these concepts.
  • The essential distinction here is one of intent rather than outcome.
  • Legal scholars have long recognized this essential distinction.
  • Without understanding this essential distinction, progress is impossible.
  • The essential distinction between rights and privileges remains unclear to many.
  • Philosophy requires careful attention to such essential distinctions.
  • This essential distinction shapes our entire approach to the problem.