centrality

noun

Definition of centralitynext
as in essentiality

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Recent Examples of centrality According to him, today, one out of every three room bookings within the ALL Accor portfolio is made by a loyalty member, a clear indicator of the program’s growing centrality in how guests choose where to stay. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 Lance Armstrong did win seven in a row from 1999 to 2005, but the American was later stripped of those titles in 2012 after admitting his centrality in a systematic doping programme. — Peter Carline, New York Times, 26 June 2026 Its analysis of Hezbollah’s operations in this year’s fighting showed the growing centrality of drones in the group’s military tactics and strategy. — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 24 June 2026 Wilson was devastated by losing debates about the design of Congress and the presidency, and in particular by the convention’s refusal to acknowledge the centrality of regular people to the government. — Jesse Wegman, The Atlantic, 20 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for centrality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for centrality
  1. essentiality
  2. reputation
  3. status
  4. prestige
  5. power
  6. potency
  7. name
  8. position
Noun
  • That may become increasingly common going forward, as conventional wisdom on the essentiality of coaching continuity—and the fear of roster attrition—has been recast by the yearly churn every team now faces in the transfer portal era.
    — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 12 Mar. 2026
  • Armani’s legacy is a lesson in essentiality, discipline and authenticity.
    — Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Definition of essentiality
Noun
  • Maeda has earned a reputation for relentless pressing and work rate.
    — Cerys Jones, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Dulcich, who has a reputation as a pass catcher, delivered some impressive blocks, as did rookie tight end Will Kacmarek.
    — Omar Kelly August 15, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of reputation
Noun
  • Jacobs practiced all offseason, but his status remains one of 10 big questions facing Green Bay.
    — Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The current proposal, however, makes no mention of Ocalan’s status or possible release.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of status
Noun
  • Its chief executive earns more than the presidents of Duke, Georgetown, the University of Chicago, and Emory — schools with a fraction of WGU's enrollment but generations more prestige.
    — Scott White, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
  • First up for the chairman at Bravo and Peacock Unscripted, there was a massive season of Peacock’s The Traitors, which begat series ratings highs and the kind of media coverage usually reserved for a prestige show starring an Oscar winner or two.
    — Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of prestige
Noun
  • Since Chinese leader Xi Jinping came to power in 2012, many aspects of personal life for members of the Communist Party or the state sector, from divorce to travel and social activities, have come under increasing scrutiny.
    — Sylvie Zhuang, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The genius villain is telepathic and has several powers, including superhuman strength, telekinesis, energy projection, shapeshifting and teleportation.
    — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of power
Noun
  • Hemp industry representatives welcomed the reprieve, urging Congress to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework, including potency caps and age restrictions, to ensure public safety.
    — A.J. Herrington, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
  • This step is supposed to verify the batch of medicine meets safety and potency requirements.
    — Ed Silverman, STAT, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of potency
Noun
  • On Wednesday, Bartko and about 100 other protesters gathered by the river, whose route gives the area its name and which attracts many of the half-million or so annual visitors to the national park.
    — Ashley Killough, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Hudson-Smith went into the stand and up the stairs to pose next to his name, draped in the British flag, but was surrounded by too many empty seats.
    — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of name
Noun
  • The collaboration also introduces a fresh position by which enthusiasts can appreciate the super sports car company.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The Angle Wedge Pillow's distinctive triangular shape cradles your legs and knees at a precise 45-degree angle to relieve tension in your back, while the Knee-T keeps legs, hips and spine in a neutral position to reduce pressure on your lower back.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
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