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important

[im-pawr-tnt] / ɪmˈpɔr tnt /




ADJECTIVE
having personal or emotional value
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Why was it important for you to put these two things up against each other in this way?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

As I said, it’s important to have sufficient savings or Social Security income to rely on during market downturns, so you’re not forced to withdraw larger amounts from investments when values are depressed.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

Over the years, he helped answer very important questions, including: Why are most French baguettes underbaked?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The Presidential Records Act plays an important role in preserving the liberty and security that Henry and Lincoln spoke about.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

“Family history and that kind of thing. But it’s important to me.”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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