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the core fact
[ðə kɔːr fækt]
noun phrase
pl: the core facts
o fato central
1.
the most important or fundamental fact; the essential truth at the center of a matter
The core fact is that we need to reduce expenses to stay profitable.
O fato central é que precisamos reduzir despesas para permanecer lucrativos.
2.
the basic or primary truth underlying a situation or argument
Regardless of the debate, the core fact remains unchanged.
Independentemente do debate, o fato central permanece inalterado.
Synonyms
fundamental fact
essential truth
basic fact
main point
crux of the matter
Antonyms
peripheral detail
minor point
secondary fact
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
o fato central
most common usage
São Paulo
o fato essencial
emphasis on essentiality
Portugal
o facto central
uses 'facto' instead of 'fato'
Related Idioms & Phrases
bottom line
the long and the short of it
the heart of the matter
getting to the point
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