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as in meaning
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
the significance of that word is much debated by biblical scholars
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as in importance
the quality or state of being important
the political significance of the special commission's report
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Recent Examples of significance
By highlighting this contradiction, Hannah-Jones reinforces the historical and contemporary significance of Douglass’s message, urging America to grapple seriously with its unresolved racial injustices.
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Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 4 July 2025
It is known for being the home to the the family of 27th U.S. president, William Howard Taft, but its historical significance is attributed to a Black artist who defied the odds of his time.
—Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Regardless of its precise origins, there’s little question as to the significance of foul in Middle Eastern cuisine.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
While the pontiff represents Roman Catholics globally, the office's historic significance and influence in world affairs continue to this day, and Pope Francis was vocal on topics such as welcoming immigrants, curbing climate change and creating a more inclusive church.
—David Plazas, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 4 July 2025
It is known for being the home to the the family of 27th U.S. president, William Howard Taft, but its historical significance is attributed to a Black artist who defied the odds of his time.
—Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Regardless of its precise origins, there’s little question as to the significance of foul in Middle Eastern cuisine.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
While the pontiff represents Roman Catholics globally, the office's historic significance and influence in world affairs continue to this day, and Pope Francis was vocal on topics such as welcoming immigrants, curbing climate change and creating a more inclusive church.
—David Plazas, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for significance
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This motivated me to re-educate myself on the meaning of these virtues.—
Bruno V. Manno,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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What kind of despair would people feel upon the discovery that their source of joy, belonging, and meaning was a farce?—
Paul Bloom,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
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Powell, whose term as Fed chair ends on May 15, 2026, also sought to underline the importance of insulating central bankers from political pressure.—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
1 July 2025
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Indoor facilities have grown in importance as MLS considers aligning its schedule with the biggest global soccer leagues.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
1 July 2025
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These questions are helping businesses turn everyday items into brand moments and, in some cases, into movements created through commonality and a sense of community. 5.—
Douglas Gregory,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Does this album feel different from other projects after achieving that sense of liberation?—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
14 July 2025
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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
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This content evolution already began after streamers like Netflix and Amazon entered the advertising market, but there have been a flurry of series co-produced and co-financed between traditional TV groups and SVOD services in the last four years.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
11 July 2025
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Deadline has verified its contents with a source close to Wallace.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
11 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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Not proving that intent could mean a lesser conviction like criminally negligent homicide with a 1-2 year prison sentence or reckless homicide at 2-4 years at the time.—
Andy Humbles,
The Tennessean,
4 July 2025
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As for e-bikes and electric scooters, the village is following state law with no intent currently to take local action, East Dundee Police Chief Joshua Fourdyce said.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
4 July 2025
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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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“Significance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/significance. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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