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important

[im-pawr-tnt] / ɪmˈpɔr tnt /




ADJECTIVE
having personal or emotional value
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The commission was an important part of the University of Chicago economics department and included a couple of members who went on to receive Nobel Prizes.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

One of the most important discoveries came from a recording made at the very beginning of development, immediately after the fertilized egg divided for the first time.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 13, 2026

They also led the majors in one other important category: wins.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

With interest rates rising, they also think commentary on competition is important.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

“Believe this: I’m sorry. And as Usher of Deadwood Forest, but more important, as your friend, I will not lie to you again.”

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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