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as in major
having great meaning or lasting effect
the discovery of penicillin was a very important event in the history of medicine
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as in influential
having great power or influence
Rachel Carson was an important figure in the environmental movement
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as in arrogant
having a feeling of superiority that shows itself in an overbearing attitude
an important businessman who always expects special treatment wherever he goes
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as in proud
having too high an opinion of oneself
oh, you're so important—you think the world revolves around you
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important differences
significant differences
considerable differences
substantial differences
notable differences
crucial differences
an important contribution
a major contribution
an invaluable contribution
a valuable contribution
a vital contribution
a key contribution
an important role
important implications
major implications
serious implications
considerable implications
huge implications
meaningful implications
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Recent Examples of important
Opens up the curtains on an increasingly important piece of football which might not always be in the limelight.
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Sarah Shephard, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
The other important thing is keeping an eye out for pests.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2025
Outkast was just as important, ushering in the mainstream era of Southern rap that dominates hip-hop to this day.
—Troy Smith, Axios, 7 Jan. 2025
This process delays prosecutors who are racing against the clock, potentially jeopardizing important cases.
—Zellnor Myrie, New York Daily News, 7 Jan. 2025
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Sarah Shephard, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
The other important thing is keeping an eye out for pests.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2025
Outkast was just as important, ushering in the mainstream era of Southern rap that dominates hip-hop to this day.
—Troy Smith, Axios, 7 Jan. 2025
This process delays prosecutors who are racing against the clock, potentially jeopardizing important cases.
—Zellnor Myrie, New York Daily News, 7 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for important
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The bill is currently only meant to cover hotels, restaurants and private sites, but could eventually extend to goods and services, including reviews left on major international sites like Amazon.Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN, 15 Jan. 2025
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As a computer science major, Brown developed an app to bring the idea to life.Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 15 Jan. 2025
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Photograph courtesy American Genre Film Archive Since the nineteen-seventies, Jonathan Rosenbaum has been among the most influential and authoritative of film critics.The New Yorker, The New Yorker, 10 Jan. 2025
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Here’s are some of the most influential products and key trends from this year’s show.Esat Dedezade, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Julie Bowen and Christopher McDonald return as love interest Virginia Venit and arrogant rival Shooter McGavin, respectively, and the cast includes rookies like Bad Bunny, Travis Kelce and pro wrestler Maxwell Jacob Friedman.Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
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Those include genial second-year resident Dr. King (Taylor Dearden), arrogant intern Santos (Isa Briones), and doe-eyed med students Javadi (Shabana Azeez) and Whittaker (Gerran Howell).Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 9 Jan. 2025
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Green would likely be proud of the award-winning bottles being produced today.Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2025
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The proud dad, 40, and his oldest child made history in October 2024 by becoming the first father-son duo to play together in the NBA.Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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In leadership, this truth is even more significant.Chris Schembra, Rolling Stone, 10 Jan. 2025
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The area is also home to several national parks and a section of legendary St. Olav’s Way, a historic pilgrimage trail considered the most significant pilgrimage site in the Nordics.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Fueled by powerful winds and dry conditions, a series of ferocious wildfires erupted Tuesday and roared across the Los Angeles area, destroying hundreds of homes and killing at least six people.Tim Stelloh, NBC News, 10 Jan. 2025
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The news follows concerns from various rivals, sports rights holders, and other critics that the JV would be too powerful and represents an antitrust violation.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 10 Jan. 2025
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The matter is far from trivial: Sovereignty would give a country access to potentially significant oil, gas and rare earth resources, as well as superior scientific and military access to the future Transpolar Sea Route.Scott L. Montgomery, The Conversation, 14 Jan. 2025
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Those who wanted to hear music like this could put on superior offerings from Lady Gaga or Kesha.Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 13 Jan. 2025
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João Franco Photo: Bravo/Mark Rogers/Bravo Deckhand/Bosun Below Deck Mediterranean Seasons 3-4 — 2nd Officer/Bosun Below Deck Down Under Season 2 — Why can’t someone knock the smug look off of this deckie turned bosun’s face?Brian Moylan, Vulture, 31 Dec. 2024
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But the second half becomes increasingly generic conspiracy stuff, leading to a two-part conclusion that’s more smug and sanctimonious than the preceding action can justify.Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Nov. 2024
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“Important.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/important. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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