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important

[im-pawr-tnt] / ɪmˈpɔr tnt /




ADJECTIVE
having personal or emotional value
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“So them coming in,” Arias continued, “really shows our members that it is important to start figuring out how we work in solidarity.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

As Nasa's Artemis II mission looped the Moon, something important changed back on Earth, says Caitlin Gould.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

This is important because the government enlists businesses during war and peacetime for assistance, including with immigration enforcement, cyber-security and critical mineral mining.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Economic security will be more important, Nitithanprapas said, adding that countries will have to make themselves more secure to attract foreign direct investment.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

It kept us both busy, and feeling useful too, and that was so important.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo




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