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important

[im-pawr-tnt] / ɪmˈpɔr tnt /




ADJECTIVE
having personal or emotional value
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Competition has long been one of evolution's most important drivers.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

“I think books have never been more important, more respected,” says Sylvie Rabineau, senior partner & co-head of literary media, WME.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

"It's important to see the breadth of career opportunities so that you don't feel like you're locked into something and maybe you can find what really sparks your passion," she added.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“SPCX and other companies raising capital in public markets allows public investors to have direct exposure to some of the most important companies in the world,” Lee said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

I think of the thing he told me his grandma said about those award plaques—that they teach kids that what we achieve is more important than who we are.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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