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pertinent

[pur-tn-uhnt] / ˈpɜr tn ənt /


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The obvious answer is yes – why so many of us refuse to do so might be a more pertinent question.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Victims’ lawyers have criticized sloppy and inconsistent redactions in the released files, and some federal lawmakers have openly questioned whether all pertinent evidence has been disclosed.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

First, particularly pertinent to current concerns, is thar “creative destruction operates more rapidly,” shortening the time a company may remain large and competitive enough to stay in the S&P 500.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 2, 2026

"It is pertinent to have some private money involved as well as executives with relevant experience," said the US-based analyst.

From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026

In his speeches he managed a clever mix of pertinent local issues and grand Maoist rhetoric, which sounded even grander in Malayalam.

From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy