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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
Fred Imbert, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
The surge in costs for oil and natural gas is pushing fuel prices higher, cascading through other industries and jolting Asian economies that are especially vulnerable due to the region’s heavy reliance on imports from the Middle East.
—Alex Veiga, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Mar. 2026
Expect a steady influx of players with ties to Harbaugh, as new coaches typically import familiar faces to help establish a culture.
—Dan Duggan, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The moves echoed those seen in 2025 after Trump unveiled sweeping tariffs on imports last April.
—Fred Imbert, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
The surge in costs for oil and natural gas is pushing fuel prices higher, cascading through other industries and jolting Asian economies that are especially vulnerable due to the region’s heavy reliance on imports from the Middle East.
—Alex Veiga, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Verb
While most African lodges are built with wood imported from Brazil, Few & Far uses invasive eucalyptus to help reduce its environmental impact.
—Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Mar. 2026
Expect a steady influx of players with ties to Harbaugh, as new coaches typically import familiar faces to help establish a culture.
—Dan Duggan, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for import
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What readers are saying The conversation explores the impact of a holistic understanding of AI on students' learning experiences, with many participants emphasizing the importance of foundational skills before delving into AI.—
Rebecca Winthrop,
Washington Post,
11 Mar. 2026
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Raising this temperature has been of paramount importance to researchers.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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As a result, you’re forced to sit with whatever comes to mind, including the fear of death and fundamental questions about the meaning of life, says Lurie.—
Julia Ries Wexler,
Outside,
12 Mar. 2026
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For someone who could easily lean into vanity given the attention his appearance draws, Tan’s words focused not on looks but on meaning, presence and peace.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Mar. 2026
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What are the common passions that matter to us?—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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The purchase for an undisclosed sum is meant to boost Anduril’s capabilities in space domain awareness, battle management and fire control.—
Iris Kwok,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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The judge dismissed the charges with prejudice, meaning that the case cannot be retried.—
Ruby Cramer,
New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2026
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Given toads held special significance of toads in many southwestern Chinese cultures, archaeologists had to deduce that the drum carried not only music, but deeper messages and meanings.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Mar. 2026
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And yet what emerges from this elemental minorness is an art form with its own significance.—
Naomi Fry,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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It was reviewed and edited by a team of content specialists.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Mar. 2026
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May 21 – June 20 The timing of your statements matters just as much as their content.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
13 Mar. 2026
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In Virginia, lawmakers are weighing legislation that could prevent federal civil immigration officials from making arrests within 40 feet of any polling place or courthouse.—
Morgan Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Osbourne’s social media post featured a black-and-white video of their newborn, sleeping on floral sheets alongside a card revealing she was born on March 5, weighing 7 pounds and 4 ounces.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
12 Mar. 2026
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And that’s why at the base of the structure is a looping opening meant to signify a half-open doorway.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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The release signifies Sullivan couldn’t find a trade partner to offload Tagovailoa and his contract.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Import.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/import. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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