imperative

Example Sentences

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"Family farms are the part of the fabric of NI, making significant contributions to the economy, environment and society. It is imperative that they are safeguarded and allowed to prosper for generations to come."

From BBC

The church cited its commitment to racial justice as a moral imperative.

From Salon

"Our duty is to present the facts, but more importantly, to press upon them that it is imperative for them to secure peace," he said last week.

From BBC

The psychiatrist, Mr Kim, says it is "imperative" that the youth are offered "new visions" to avoid deeper polarisation in the country: "We must show them that there's hope."

From BBC

Here are three imperatives shaping the new understanding between the U.S. and Europe:

From The Wall Street Journal