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salience

[sey-lee-uhns, seyl-yuhns] / ˈseɪ li əns, ˈseɪl yəns /




NOUN
jutting
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Prediction-market firms achieved massive growth and cultural salience in the U.S. through major events like the presidential election and Super Bowl.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Economists have found that round-number prices for retail items have salience with consumers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

After the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in January, such threats likely have more salience now.

From Salon • Feb. 24, 2026

But what gives the row political salience now is Sir Keir Starmer's decision to send Lord Mandelson to Washington a year ago.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

Her eyes were bright and resolute, and the lamplight threw into salience the curve of her jaw and chin.

From Command by McFee, William




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