be of consequence
Example Sentences
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The outcome of the debate around your research question should be of consequence.
From Textbooks • Dec. 21, 2021
“You want to walk down paths others aren’t willing to walk and, you know, you want to be of consequence in life.”
From Seattle Times • Oct. 5, 2019
Thomas spoke at the ceremonies and said that Scalia often wondered whether his work would be of consequence in the future.
From Washington Times • Oct. 5, 2018
"That doesn't happen every day. That's significant, but for it to be of consequence, talks actually have to happen."
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2018
"But, Minnie," interrupted Mabel, "I don't see that you are quite right there; it must be of consequence that we show to the world what side we are on."
From Hollowmell or, A Schoolgirl's Mission by Burden, E.R.
