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as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
after remarking that tardiness was on the rise, our boss cast a significant glance my way
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as in indicative
indicating something
the town's generous library budget is significant of the value its residents place on learning
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as in major
having great meaning or lasting effect
made a significant change in the procedure for applying for citizenship
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as in influential
having great power or influence
a producer who is playing a significant role in the creation of the new film
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as in considerable
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
paid a significant amount of money for the movie rights to the book
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significant differences
remarkable differences
drastic differences
tremendous differences
considerable differences
substantial differences
a significant increase
significant changes
a significant relationship
a meaningful relationship
an important relationship
a relevant relationship
a prominent relationship
a notable relationship
a significant role
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Recent Examples of significant
For example, during a campaign speech this fall, Trump referenced SpaceX founder Elon Musk, who played a significant role during the campaign both in terms of time and money, and his desire to settle Mars.
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Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
Jessica Chastain goes in with Supergoop, while Coco Jones’ most significant tip is Shiseido’s SPF, for those with melanated skin and as a super base for non-creasing make-up.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
According to an April project report, there would be a significant drop in carbon sequestration the first year after the current canopy was replaced, with the level expected to break even in 24 years, based on the plan before it was amended.
—Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
This type of marble became the preferred material for many significant buildings and sculptures in ancient Greece due to its quality and durability.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
Jessica Chastain goes in with Supergoop, while Coco Jones’ most significant tip is Shiseido’s SPF, for those with melanated skin and as a super base for non-creasing make-up.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
According to an April project report, there would be a significant drop in carbon sequestration the first year after the current canopy was replaced, with the level expected to break even in 24 years, based on the plan before it was amended.
—Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
This type of marble became the preferred material for many significant buildings and sculptures in ancient Greece due to its quality and durability.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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To emphasize this, Wolfe’s production is suggestive, even surreal.Jesse Green, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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Who knows what’s actually happening inside Sheridan’s enormous ham-with-a-cowboy-hat-on head, but season five’s back half is highly suggestive of some deep inner personal truth bursting through the fictional substrate.Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 4 Dec. 2024
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The fact that Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called to bolster support for Ukraine in case Donald Trump revokes U.S. aid is indicative of how Europe and the U.K. anticipate how the Republican's second presidential term will go.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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Wise also believes that Mayo’s first year as a head coach might not be indicative of his future.Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 18 Dec. 2024
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Lack of access to abortions during emergencies is threatening some patients’ lives How hospitals handle pregnancy complications, especially those that threaten the lives of the women, has emerged as a major issue since Roe was overturned.Geoff Mulvihill and Kevin S. Vineys, Los Angeles Times, 28 Dec. 2024
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Dayle Haddon, the only model to have had four major cosmetics contracts, died Friday.Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 28 Dec. 2024
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Highly influential full-back Andrea Cambiaso was only fit enough for a place on the bench, meaning Weston McKennie was needed to fill in as part of a make-shift back four once again.Adam Digby, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, who recently received hip replacement surgery for a fall, is one of the most influential Democrats at 84.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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The stakes are clear—deploying large-scale AI can bring transformative efficiencies and novel solutions, but not without considerable environmental costs.Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Lively and the rest of the cast agreed to those recommendations, and also avoided Baldoni at the film's New York premiere in August, which generated considerable discussion online.Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 21 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, patients, the ultimate end-users, are left craving better care, personalized attention, and meaningful outcomes.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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No doubt other good ideas exist and will be considered, but as Republicans look to leverage the reconciliation process to enact meaningful reforms in the 119th Congress, these proposals at a minimum should all be on the table. Follow me on Twitter or LinkedIn.James Broughel, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Allow all work-study students to gain academic credit for their work study position by connecting their job to an academic reflective assignment reviewed by their manager and academic advisor.Brandon Busteed, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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One day before his sentencing, Thomas posted a reflective message on Instagram, acknowledging his guilt and the consequences that would follow.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
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From the Middle Ages through the eighteenth century, however, another plant played an equally important role in the holiday lineup.Nina Foster, JSTOR Daily, 20 Dec. 2024
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But his most ambitious commission—and in the end, his most important—is an 850,000-square-foot community center in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, with an extensive program that includes an auditorium, gym, and, ironically, a Christian chapel.Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 20 Dec. 2024
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