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Ingredient

/ˌɪˈnɡridiənt/
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(noun) One of the substances present in a mixture, especially food.

Flour is the main ingredient in cakes.
Clay is the essential ingredient in making pottery.
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The most important ____ in this cake recipe is the high-quality dark chocolate from Belgium.

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