as in significance
the quality or state of being important
a final exam has great importance
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Recent Examples of importance
Lockhart: In his 1870 State of the Union Address, President Ulysses S. Grant emphasized the importance of public education as essential for maintaining a strong democracy.
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Question & Answer, Hartford Courant, 30 June 2025
Despite the fridge’s undeniable importance in keeping our food fresh, beverages perfectly chilled, and kitchens fully functional, many of us cut corners and take shortcuts when cleaning this appliance.
—Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 30 June 2025
While Ramsey says these moments challenge negative perceptions of sharks and raise awareness about their importance in marine ecosystems, some in the scientific community say that type of interaction stresses the animals, alters their natural behavior, and sets a poor example for the public.
—Alexandra Gillespie, Outside Online, 30 June 2025
After a successful run of several years — the Tents at Project became a destination for a variety of popular men’s designer brands and complemented the more affordable labels at the flagship show — Project began to diminish in importance and size.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 30 June 2025
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Question & Answer, Hartford Courant, 30 June 2025
Despite the fridge’s undeniable importance in keeping our food fresh, beverages perfectly chilled, and kitchens fully functional, many of us cut corners and take shortcuts when cleaning this appliance.
—Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 30 June 2025
While Ramsey says these moments challenge negative perceptions of sharks and raise awareness about their importance in marine ecosystems, some in the scientific community say that type of interaction stresses the animals, alters their natural behavior, and sets a poor example for the public.
—Alexandra Gillespie, Outside Online, 30 June 2025
After a successful run of several years — the Tents at Project became a destination for a variety of popular men’s designer brands and complemented the more affordable labels at the flagship show — Project began to diminish in importance and size.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for importance
Noun
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From discussing the cultural significance of luxury timepieces to beautifully showcasing black love, the SUEDE Men’s Experience is delivering authentic moments crafted perfectly for the contemporary man.—
John Lawson,
Essence,
7 July 2025
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The significance of Ventura’s lawsuit will extend far beyond the trial, Burke, the founder of the #MeToo movement, previously told CNN.—
Lauren Mascarenhas,
CNN Money,
6 July 2025
Noun
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In other cases, imports from countries like China may be restricted.—
Ian Dexter Palmer,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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The rebound in imports is likely due to a lower base for comparison, Huang added, while the trade truce restored some demand for U.S. goods, resulting in a smaller decline in imports from America.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
14 July 2025
Noun
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The episode underscores the precariousness of elite status in Putin’s Russia—and the unpredictable consequences for those who lose the president’s trust.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
7 July 2025
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What are the consequences of relying on a workforce of mainly undocumented individuals? From Dresser's perspective, undocumented workers are especially vulnerable when law enforcement agencies focus more on immigration status and less on violations of workers' rights.—
Sophie Carson,
jsonline.com,
7 July 2025
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Only many days after the start of the heat wave would the magnitude of the tragedy begin to sink in, as newspaper articles and nightly news reports tallied hundreds of deaths across Chicago.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
6 July 2025
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There have been money woes and police scandals, but nothing of the magnitude that would put village sustainability at risk.—
Sharon Coolidge,
The Enquirer,
3 July 2025
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“Importance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/importance. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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