Basic
Least
Least adjective - The superlative of `little' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by `the'; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree.
Both words in one sentence
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At least in the Hidden Leaf Village, the academy is shown to be more of a basic skills course that focuses at least as much on academia as it does on combat skills.
Source: The Spartan Way - Artistic License Economics: Author and mentor had at least one or another word with each other about a "basic income guarantee".
Source: Fanfic / Samowar in Atlantis - The Invasion basic lands were particularly impressive, with all of the five basic land types having at least one example each of what could be considered the "definitive" Plains/Swamp/whatever.
Source: Scenery Porn / Tabletop Games
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