cent
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Comparative
more central
Superlative
most central
1
located at or near the center or middle of something
- The hotel is located in a central part of the city, close to all the major attractions.
- The central bus station is just a few blocks away from the shopping district.
- They decided to open their new office in a central business district for better accessibility.
- The park is situated in a central area of town, making it convenient for residents to visit.
- Living in a central neighborhood allows easy access to schools, hospitals, and supermarkets.
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2
very important and necessary
- Trust is central to the success of any partnership or collaboration.
- Effective communication is central to building strong relationships in any organization.
- Education is central to individual growth and societal progress.
- Safety measures are central to ensuring a secure work environment.
- Innovation is central to driving progress and competitiveness in the industry.
3
having authority over other parts within an organization or system
- The central committee was responsible for making all major policy decisions for the party.
- The company's central office oversees operations across all regional branches.
- The central bank plays a crucial role in regulating the nation's economy.
- The central authority ensured that all departments adhered to the organization's core values.
- The central government is responsible for national defense and foreign policy.
4
(of a vowel) produced with the tongue in a neutral or central position in the mouth
- The schwa sound (/ə/) is a central vowel found in many English words.
- In the word 'sofa,' the second vowel is a central vowel.
- Linguists study the articulation of central vowels to understand speech patterns.
- The central vowel in 'about' is often unstressed and neutral in tone.
- The pronunciation of central vowels varies across different dialects of English.
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