Central
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Symbolic Importance
Used to describe ideas or themes with significant meaning in a context. Her role was central to the story's message.
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Not Literal
Doesn't always mean physically in the middle, but rather the most important. The central problem of the experiment was the faulty hypothesis.
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Metaphorical Use
Can indicate the main focus in an abstract concept. His central belief is that everyone deserves respect.