CEFR B2

core

noun, adjective

Meaning

The central or most important part of something.

Examples

The core of the issue is a lack of communication.
She has a strong core of belief in her principles.

Synonyms: heart, center, essence, nucleus

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core (B2)

noun, adjective

Pronunciation: /kɔːr/

Definition

The central or most important part of something.

Examples

The core of the issue is a lack of communication.
She has a strong core of belief in her principles.
The company is refocusing on its core business.

How to Use core

core of (prepositional phrase): The central or most important part of something. — "We need to get to the core of the problem."
core strength (collocation): The strength of the muscles in the torso and abdomen. — "Pilates is excellent for developing core strength."
core values (collocation): The fundamental beliefs of a person or organization. — "The organization's core values guide its decisions."
core business (collocation): The main activities of a company. — "The company is divesting from its non-core business."

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