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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 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 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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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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Recent Examples of significant
According to Castillo, one of the most significant failures has been the tendency to treat many squatter complaints as civil disputes rather than criminal investigations.
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Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2026
While there have been many lawsuits and much news reporting, there has been little empirical research testing whether a concentration in treatment centers are tied to a significant increase in overdoses in the area, the report said.
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Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
5 July 2026
During curing, some epoxy systems generate significant heat, particularly in thick composite structures.
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Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
5 July 2026
The Athletic previously reported that James’ injury is not thought to be serious, and he is expected to play a significant part in the tournament, should England progress.
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Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
5 July 2026
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Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2026
While there have been many lawsuits and much news reporting, there has been little empirical research testing whether a concentration in treatment centers are tied to a significant increase in overdoses in the area, the report said.
—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
5 July 2026
During curing, some epoxy systems generate significant heat, particularly in thick composite structures.
—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
5 July 2026
The Athletic previously reported that James’ injury is not thought to be serious, and he is expected to play a significant part in the tournament, should England progress.
—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
5 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for significant
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Maybe Bill Plaschke would be aware of that, and give due credit, if his hometown major newspaper bothered to have a dedicated correspondent covering one of the city’s NBA teams.
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Some of these storms could be severe and deliver damaging wind gusts, but any thunderstorm will contain lightning — a major danger for any outdoor activities, especially for anyone trying to escape the heat in or on the water.
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Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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Any prices or levels shown are either historical or purely indicative.
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The world's most influential creative institutions are beginning to recognize and showcase AI creators not as fringe, but as legitimate members of the creative community.
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The Kentucky Republican is regarded as one of the most influential and consequential American politicians in modern history.
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The vehicle had considerable front-end damage, and the airbags were deployed.
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Such an acquisition would enhance Abu Dhabi’s already considerable and diverse arsenal of standoff weapons.
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Since the sandworm, several other buckets have gone viral, many for suggestive designs.
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Presley electrified audiences with his suggestive hip-swiveling, long sideburns, and leather jackets.
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One interesting trend is that this tournament will feature some very good tight ends, a position that has become increasingly important in college football and the NFL but not so much in high school football in the era of spread offenses.
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As technology becomes more sophisticated and the number of living survivors continues to decline, preserving authentic testimony becomes even more important.
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Was came from a working-class industrial city, making music reflective of Detroit’s technological upheaval and economic neglect.
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Practically architectural in its precision, her hair is pulled straight back and upwards without a visible part to create a smooth, downright reflective surface from her hairline to the crown.
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Seconds later, a powerful explosion blasted through the doorway, shattering windows and sending vertical blinds and debris flying as firefighters quickly retreated from the building.
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The brothers bonded over the game, but in his work, Grant so frequently provided a microphone for the voices a powerful organization would rather hush.
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“Significant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/significant. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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