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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
Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 July 2025
New tariffs would hit imports from Columbia, Canada, Mexico and China.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 13 July 2025
Sacbee.com, 12 July 2025
On Saturday, Trump revealed 30% tariff levels on goods imported from the European Union and Mexico.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 12 July 2025
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Noun
On July 10, Trump announced a 35 percent tariff on Canadian imports, up from the previous 25 percent.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 July 2025
New tariffs would hit imports from Columbia, Canada, Mexico and China.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 13 July 2025
Verb
Shipping documents, called bills of lading, show that the company imported 120 drums of aluminum powder in 2020.
—Sacbee.com, 12 July 2025
On Saturday, Trump revealed 30% tariff levels on goods imported from the European Union and Mexico.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for import
Noun
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And Driving Talent Forward Jeff Dodds, CEO of Formula E, explains the broad impact and importance of the rookie test within the championship’s growth strategy.—
Jenn Nelson,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The film covers the history and importance of political cartoons in global democracies, as well as the decline in the profession and in the newspaper industry.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
15 July 2025
Noun
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This motivated me to re-educate myself on the meaning of these virtues.—
Bruno V. Manno,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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What kind of despair would people feel upon the discovery that their source of joy, belonging, and meaning was a farce?—
Paul Bloom,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
Verb
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And providing holistic healthcare during the postpartum stage matters just as much.—
Ashley Austin,
Time,
20 July 2025
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In volatile environments, learning velocity matters more than any specific knowledge or skill set.—
Tarun Galagali,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
Verb
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Controlling a fire means ensuring that the fire can't spread or cross the containment line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
19 July 2025
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His pediatrician immediately recommended the clinic at Children's National and the family showed up, terrified about what this would mean for their child and his future.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 July 2025
Noun
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For You The significance of the change in QSBS provisions goes beyond the founders, investors, and venture-capital firms involved in startups.—
Bruce Brumberg,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Brazilians considered the capital city, which replaced Rio de Janeiro, a symbol of the nation’s future significance on the world stage.—
Emi Eleode,
Time,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Deadline has verified its contents with a source close to Wallace.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
11 July 2025
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Includes unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber-only content.—
Nena Farrell,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
Verb
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In total, the seizure weighed approximately 2,500 lbs., officials said.—
Christina Coulter,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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More of a gel-like texture than liquidy, this serum still never weighs hair down after use.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
Verb
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In 1925, the Buckeyes and Fighting Illini chose a live turtle to signify their long-lasting spirit of competition.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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For the last four-quarter period, AES's Net Income was $1.3 billion – signifying a moderate Net Income Margin of 10.7% (compared to 11.6% for the S&P 500) How Stable is AES Financially?—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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“Import.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/import. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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