as in essential
impossible to do without
that all-important item for a successful birthday party: a fancily decorated cake with candles
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Recent Examples of all-important
So, when Mark S. (Adam Scott ) finishes the all-important Cold Harbor file, Milchick (Tramell Tillman) serves up a marching band complete with full choreography.
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Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 2 June 2025
Consoles also receive keyboard and mouse support, as well as that all-important mod.io integration for cross-platform mod sharing.
—Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
That has been a large part of the story in New York this year, where Clarke Schmidt and Will Warren have given this team an all-important 88 innings of competent pitching.
—Eno Sarris, New York Times, 30 May 2025
So, eat the rainbow and remember that flaxseeds are just one small part of the all-important whole.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 29 May 2025
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Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 2 June 2025
Consoles also receive keyboard and mouse support, as well as that all-important mod.io integration for cross-platform mod sharing.
—Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
That has been a large part of the story in New York this year, where Clarke Schmidt and Will Warren have given this team an all-important 88 innings of competent pitching.
—Eno Sarris, New York Times, 30 May 2025
So, eat the rainbow and remember that flaxseeds are just one small part of the all-important whole.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for all-important
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Captions are essential, especially on mobile devices or in quiet settings.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Emotional requirements: Compassion, patience and resilience are all essential but don’t expect emotional support in return.—
JJ Holmes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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Nothing of the sort is necessary for Barkov, whose reputation as the best two-way center in the league (at least based on Selke voting) is deserved.—
The Athletic NHL Staff,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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More than 60% of homeowners in both areas are willing to forgo customization of their new homes if financial compromises are necessary.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2025
Adjective
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Over the past two seasons, Williams’ proficiency in the midrange has become an integral part of the Thunder’s half-court setup, finishing the regular season in the 93rd and 96th percentile in midrange attempts, according to Cleaning the Glass.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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Sale was an integral part of the 2018 Red Sox team that won the World Series.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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The approval of the amendment's ballot title and popular name, which are used as shorthand to describe the measure on the ballot, is a required step before the League of Women Voters can begin collecting signatures.—
Neal Earley,
Arkansas Online,
22 May 2025
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The petition drive was a required step to keep the cityhood application process going.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Who promises tomorrows to a whole needful planet, restrikes that match?—
Corey Van Landingham,
The New Yorker,
19 June 2023
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What sort of response was needful?—
Razib Khan,
Discover Magazine,
14 Jan. 2013
Adjective
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The 22-year-old attacking midfielder is unlikely to be part of Howe’s first-team plans, so a loan or exit may be forthcoming. Likely to leave Sean Longstaff (2026); Isaac Hayden (2026) Howe resurrected Longstaff’s career and his constant running and willingness to do the ugly things were vital.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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South Carolina has typically supported Republicans in federal elections and keeping Graham's seat is vital as 33 of 100 Senate seats are being contested on November 3, 2026.—
Nick Mordowanec,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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But expert groups were more critical of the proposal.—
Katherine Dillinger,
CNN Money,
31 May 2025
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But at locations now facing critical shortages, staffing overnight shifts on a routine basis is no longer possible.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
31 May 2025
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The timing piece is crucial, but the relationship building is everything.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
3 June 2025
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Crucially, the flagship brand Moncler saw sales rise only 2% and its crucial Europe, Middle East, and Africa region fell by 1%.—
Ganesh Rao,
CNBC,
3 June 2025
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“All-important.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all-important. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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