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important

[im-pawr-tnt] / ɪmˈpɔr tnt /




ADJECTIVE
having personal or emotional value
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As Nasa's Artemis II mission looped the Moon, something important changed back on Earth, says Caitlin Gould.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

This scaling effect creates a growing risk of overheating, which has important implications for how these species survive and where they can live.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

Their solution this winter was to hire decision makers in their 30s to fill every important leadership role.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

“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

There are children depending on me, and their lives are more important than a silly argument with my sister.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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