essentially

/ɪˈsɛnʃəli/adv
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1

In essence: by nature.

2

In essence: in most ways that matter; in all ways that matter.

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Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

eareatebaebyeckecoedaedeediedo

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

acmaeraflairaixanyarybecbedbeg

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

blushflushleashshallshellsloshbushelflashyshelveshield

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