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importance

[im-pawr-tns] / ɪmˈpɔr tns /




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Energy currently makes up only about 4% of the S&P 500, a historically low weighting despite its importance to the global economy.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

He said public health information campaigns were "providing information on how to handle funerals" and the importance of basic hygiene and sanitation, as well as providing protection measures for health workers.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Even Nvidia’s Jensen Huang has recently said he was too slow to see the importance of such investing.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

The nonprofit’s statement did not reference the permitting process, but highlighted the importance of keeping the event running for the LGBTQ+ community.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

Had his eyes swollen accidentally by girls who swung their arms around to make sure their friends understood the importance of whatever they were saying.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds




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