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important

[im-pawr-tnt] / ɪmˈpɔr tnt /




ADJECTIVE
having personal or emotional value
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In all, at least 75 career officials who’d played important roles in elections work at DHS, the Department of Justice and other agencies have left, been fired or been reassigned, ProPublica found.

From Salon • May 4, 2026

To his credit, Wu stopped the rot in the 23rd frame of the match - crafting an important break of 64 after Murphy left a red over the right corner.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Monocytes play an important role in HIV infection and are often elevated in people with depression.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

Her psychological and physical safety is your first priority, so it is important to make her aware that such support would be available if she needs to walk away.

From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026

Leendert made an especially important contribution to the secret life of the Beje.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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