Something’s vital, defining force Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. an essential or life-giving force
2. the blood considered as the seat of vitality

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

DEFINING (noun)
1. any process serving to define the shape of something
VITAL (adjective)
1. urgently needed; absolutely necessary
2. performing an essential function in the living body

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