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Dispensable

Capable of being dispensed or administered.

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Unessential 66% connected

Not essential; not of prime importance; not indispensable; unimportant.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Unessential 66% connected

Not essential; not of prime importance; not indispensable; unimportant.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Indispensable 94% connected

Not dispensable; impossible to be omitted, remitted, or spared; absolutely necessary or requisite.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Indispensable 94% connected

Not dispensable; impossible to be omitted, remitted, or spared; absolutely necessary or requisite.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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