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important

[im-pawr-tnt] / ɪmˈpɔr tnt /




ADJECTIVE
having personal or emotional value
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On Friday, the president posted on Truth Social that he would not attend his son Donald Jr's wedding this weekend so he could remain in Washington DC "during this important period of time".

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Martinez missed last season because of Tommy John surgery but returned to be one of the Patriots’ most important two-way players.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei noted what he called "a trend towards rapprochement" but said "it does not necessarily mean that we and the United States will reach an agreement on the important issues".

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

It’s important to note that many of RFK Jr.’s claims are rooted in pseudoscience — dieticians and researchers alike have criticized the entire movement, citing a lack of evidence-based scientific research.

From Salon • May 23, 2026

It was the most important subject in the education of that time.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck




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