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be of consequence

VERB
signify
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG


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“I happen to believe editorial pages are extremely important to a newspaper that seeks to be of consequence to the community it serves,” Plate said.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 1, 2023

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

I know none myself, and it may be of consequence that I should see one.

From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 13 by Various




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