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as in importance
the quality or state of being important
I can't overemphasize the import of this examination on your future academic career
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as in meaning
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
didn't understand all the technical jargon, but got the general import of the speech
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as in to matter
to be of importance
it imports little whether you like Grandma's gift; you should have graciously thanked her
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as in to mean
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind
the word "freedom" can import different things to different people
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Recent Examples of import
David Goldman, CNN, 7 Feb. 2025
Peru is the top source of U.S. molybdenum ore and concentrates, accounting for nearly two-thirds of imports, followed by Mexico (18 percent) and Chile (12 percent).
—Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 7 Feb. 2025
Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2025
Mexico imports more than 40% of its steel and aluminum products from the U.S., which could raise construction costs for large infrastructure firms and companies building factories in the country.
—Monica Hunter-Hart, Forbes, 4 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Trade gaps measure the difference between the value of goods America imports and the value of goods America exports to and from a foreign nation.
—David Goldman, CNN, 7 Feb. 2025
Peru is the top source of U.S. molybdenum ore and concentrates, accounting for nearly two-thirds of imports, followed by Mexico (18 percent) and Chile (12 percent).
—Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 7 Feb. 2025
Verb
Reinsch also notes that many American companies that import goods from China have prepared for the prospect of higher costs by preemptively building their inventories.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2025
Mexico imports more than 40% of its steel and aluminum products from the U.S., which could raise construction costs for large infrastructure firms and companies building factories in the country.
—Monica Hunter-Hart, Forbes, 4 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for import
Noun
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Adam Kubler, employment services coordinator for the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities, emphasized the importance of seeing remote work as an accommodation, one that's already in place.—
Gene Myers,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Amid recent efforts to challenge, or in some cases, completely erase the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), the National Football League (NFL) remains steadfast in its commitment to embracing and celebrating all people.—
John Lawson,
Essence,
10 Feb. 2025
Noun
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One in Spanish asked the Spanish Royal Academy for the meaning of a list of verbs including ‘to pressure’, ‘to intimidate’, ‘to coerce’ and ‘to influence’.—
Dermot Corrigan,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
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Those two words — Philly's affectionate salutation — have taken on deeper meaning as the city grapples with the aftermath of a tragedy that killed seven people and injured dozens more.—
Isaac Avilucea,
Axios,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
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In the letter to a top state pension official, Raoul’s office maintained that matters about which Mapes perjured himself were directly connected to his more than two decades as a top governmental aide to Madigan.—
Ray Long,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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Trump's change of tack seemed to identify Putin as the only player that matters in ending the fighting and looked set to sideline Zelenskyy, as well as European governments, in any peace talks.—
BARRY HATTON,
arkansasonline.com,
14 Feb. 2025
Verb
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An illustrious modeling career means Elsesser is often jet-setting the globe, and as a result, her time at home has become her vacation time.—
Mayer Rus,
Architectural Digest,
11 Feb. 2025
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That doesn't necessarily mean spending thousands of dollars going back to school, said Catherine Fisher, a career expert at LinkedIn.—
Bailey Schulz,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
Noun
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This documentary traces their journey, centering on the two core members and the significance of embracing one’s uniqueness without shame.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
10 Feb. 2025
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At the Apple Music press conference, Batiste opened up about the significance of the moment.—
Jenzia Burgos,
StyleCaster,
9 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Now, Reddit is preparing to require payment before users can access some content.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
17 Feb. 2025
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Much of the interest in Petito’s case stemmed from the lengthy time of the investigation and available consumable content about her life.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
17 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The Swedish royal family announced the news of the birth on February 7, 2025, saying the baby girl weighed 8 pounds and was 19 inches long.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
10 Feb. 2025
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The main meteor weighed 67 pounds and there were numerous others that fell on different parts of the farm.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
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But Butler’s debut signified the Warriors’ most hopeful moment in months, an introduction of a superstar who seems to blend well into their system, helps solve their biggest weaknesses and accentuates Curry, who has been dying for a co-star for a few seasons.—
Anthony Slater,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
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Senior night signified the beginning of the end of an era for Alanas Castillo and his family.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Import.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/import. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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