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important

[im-pawr-tnt] / ɪmˈpɔr tnt /




ADJECTIVE
having personal or emotional value
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One of the most important relationships in global markets has started to unravel over the past couple of weeks.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026

The new designations make the “network more connected,” Aylesworth added, “something that is important as the impacts of climate change threaten ocean health.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026

He noted that it’s important in an academic setting to not react instantly to shifting student preferences, and to make thoughtful changes.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 19, 2026

"I don't want to see a political system in which you can't have conversations with people at the supermarket, in the street, at street meetings, public forums – that's an important part of our democracy."

From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026

“There are more important things than ambition,” Mom shot back.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison


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