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instrumental (adjective)

Something instrumental is very important in making something else happen or succeed. It acts as a key tool or means to achieve a particular result.

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Think of an 'instrument' in a band. Without the guitar, the song is missing a key part. If you are 'instrumental', you a...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'instrumental for' instead of 'instrumental in'. → He was instrumental in the success.

Using 'instrumental' for trivial tasks. → The CEO was instrumental in the merger.

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