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importance

[im-pawr-tns] / ɪmˈpɔr tns /




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Realizing the importance of their findings, the researchers slowed down and expanded their study.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

She added Forestry England had ways to protect individual trees from the beavers if they were of particular concern or importance.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The importance of the islands such as Kharg, Qeshm and Abu Musa is increasingly coming into view as Iran causes an economic crisis by blocking most oil tankers from transiting the strait.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

"The report rightly highlights the importance of having reliable, comprehensive and earlier assessment information to support children's learning," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“Listen to me. I do not mean to diminish the importance of a graduation party in a girl’s life—but I will say that what you came here to do is so much more important.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse