Pronunciation: /bɛr ˈnɛsəˌsɪtiz/
noun a thing that is absolutely essential or indispensable
A1 The bear in the jungle needed only the bare necessities to survive.
A2 When camping, it's important to pack the bare necessities like food, water, and shelter.
B1 In times of crisis, people often realize that the bare necessities are all they truly need.
B2 Living a minimalist lifestyle means focusing on the bare necessities and eliminating excess clutter.
C1 The artist stripped down their work to the bare necessities, creating a powerful and impactful piece.
C2 After years of accumulating possessions, she decided to simplify her life and focus on the bare necessities.
adjective basic or fundamental
A1 I only packed the bare necessities for my camping trip.
A2 The hotel room had the bare necessities - a bed, a table, and a chair.
B1 The survival kit contained only the bare necessities for trekking in the wilderness.
B2 Living a minimalist lifestyle, she owned only the bare necessities.
C1 The artist stripped down his studio to only the bare necessities, focusing on simplicity and functionality.
C2 In her elegant home, she chose to display only the bare necessities, creating a sense of calm and order.
formal It is important to focus on the bare necessities when creating a budget.
informal When camping, make sure you pack the bare necessities like food, water, and a tent.
slang I only brought the bare necessities to the party - just my phone and some cash.
figurative In times of crisis, we realize that the bare necessities of life are all we truly need.
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