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The US embassy said it had "received information concerning a potentially significant air attack that may occur at any time over the next 24 hours".
From Barron's • May 24, 2026
For Donald Trump Jr., the wedding marked a significant personal milestone and a new chapter in a highly visible family life that has long unfolded alongside his father’s political career.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
Another scenario that could involve significant environmental damage to waterways and the ocean is a massive leak, although such a leak would make the chemicals no longer at risk of exploding.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
Some ministers believe that significant recent changes in the US posture to Europe might lead to more flexible thinking in continental capitals about the opportunities of economic reintegration between the UK and EU.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
This hand-me-down British Sea Fury constituted a significant portion of Cuba’s entire air force.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
Vocabulary lists containing significant
Academic Vocabulary: Core Tier 2 Words, List 1
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 6
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The Language of Standardized Tests, List 4
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