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critical

adj.

1. essential or necessary as an attribute or as a part of some process. A critical period, for example, is an essential stage in the developmental process.

2. emphasizing real or imagined faults.

3. characterized by or denoting thorough, impartial evaluation or review.

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March 17th 2025