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
Pickett isn’t a threat to Young, who enters an all-important fourth season.
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Mike Kaye
updated March 9, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
Frost and other Central Florida officials such as orange County Commissioner Nicole Wilson have cited the potential impacts to the region’s all-important tourism economy such a facility could have.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Mar. 2026
Much like framing a photograph, this all-important space needs proportion, breathing room, and a clear focal point to feel balanced, not busy.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 3 Mar. 2026
Bove does much the same for our time, but with an all-important twist.
—Gordon Hughes, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026
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Mike Kaye
updated March 9, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
Frost and other Central Florida officials such as orange County Commissioner Nicole Wilson have cited the potential impacts to the region’s all-important tourism economy such a facility could have.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Mar. 2026
Much like framing a photograph, this all-important space needs proportion, breathing room, and a clear focal point to feel balanced, not busy.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 3 Mar. 2026
Bove does much the same for our time, but with an all-important twist.
—Gordon Hughes, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for all-important
Adjective
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The system uses about 100,000 barrels of oil a day for essential services.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
18 Mar. 2026
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For example, individual filers can receive up to $994, couples filing jointly can receive $1,491, and those providing essential care to SSI recipients can receive up to $498.—
Asher Notheis,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But in recent years, Iran has enriched uranium to 60%, beyond the levels necessary for most non-military uses.—
Jennifer Jacobs,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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According to court filings in the Eastern District of Virginia, the feds said the raid was a necessary part of an investigation into government leaks.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
21 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center says the animals have played an integral role in the state's history and ecology and served as a staple food source for people living in the region as far back as the Paleo-Indian period.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2026
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For older sharks, the authors said, socializing may not be as integral to survival.—
BRADY DENNIS THE WASHINGTON POST,
Arkansas Online,
22 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The budget negotiations process — as well as a required three-day cooling-off period before the budget can be voted on — will likely take more than a week.—
Lawrence Mower,
Miami Herald,
17 Mar. 2026
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The plea agreement goes on to state that Carie Hallford handled much of the banking, invoicing, contracting with customers, filing of required paperwork, bookkeeping and communications with customers.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The city’s discussion on the needed roadway improvements comes at a time when hundreds of apartments, more businesses and a new Trader Joe’s are all popping up within city limits.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
16 Mar. 2026
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For a young team learning to stick up for each other, Mangiapane brings a needed dirtiness to the Hawks.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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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They are not found to be such on the injustice and violence of individuals, and lose their efficacy in proportion to the number combined together, that is, in proportion as their efficacy becomes needful.—
James Freeman,
WSJ,
27 Dec. 2022
Adjective
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The most effective measure for bringing down oil prices would be to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the vital Persian Gulf waterway that handles some 20% of the world's oil and natural gas supplies, according to experts.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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This struck me as heartbreakingly lame and, therefore, as a moment of vital consequence.—
Amanda Peet,
New Yorker,
21 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Having access to up-to-the-minute information and the ability to pivot plans rapidly has become a critical asset in ensuring seamless travel experiences.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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The same long-term planning that diversified the economy — non-oil activities now account for more than 77% of GDP — also ensured that critical logistics, energy, and trade systems were built with strategic redundancy.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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“All-important.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all-important. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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