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as in weighed
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 meant
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 imported
Dana Sauchelli, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2026
This marks a dramatic turnaround from earlier years when imported titles commanded roughly double the audience of domestic productions.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Sep. 2025
Charlotte Kramon, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
But, developers say, numerous products do not, as they have long been imported from overseas markets with cheaper labor costs.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
Jordan, which historically has imported over 90% of its energy, faces similar pressure.
—Ezgi Canpolat, The Conversation, 27 Mar. 2026
The team found a way to turn biomass—like forestry and agricultural waste—into high-quality graphite, the same material currently imported from China for batteries, steel, and advanced manufacturing.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 26 Mar. 2026
Jackson and his co-defendant, Ramiro Mendoza, 30, were tasked with accepting the delivery of about 305 pounds of meth that had been allegedly imported from Mexico, Goldberg said.
—Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 24 Mar. 2026
In fact, Puerto Rico imported Russian natural gas the same month as Russia invaded Ukraine.
—Lesley Stahl, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026
About half the clothing Paloma sells is imported, brought in from ports on the east or west coasts and then brought up the coastline or cross-country in a UPS truck.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026
Thailand Energy supply disruptions have also hit Thailand, where more than half of electricity is generated by LNG, around 40% of which is imported from the Middle East.
—Sheikh Saaliq, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Groceries average about $300 per month, and while imported foods come at a premium, the ability to pick up Mediterranean staples adds an unexpected layer of excitement to island life.
—Dana Sauchelli, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2026
This marks a dramatic turnaround from earlier years when imported titles commanded roughly double the audience of domestic productions.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Sep. 2025
Verb
But, developers say, numerous products do not, as they have long been imported from overseas markets with cheaper labor costs.
—Charlotte Kramon, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
But, developers say, numerous products do not, as they have long been imported from overseas markets with cheaper labor costs.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
Jordan, which historically has imported over 90% of its energy, faces similar pressure.
—Ezgi Canpolat, The Conversation, 27 Mar. 2026
The team found a way to turn biomass—like forestry and agricultural waste—into high-quality graphite, the same material currently imported from China for batteries, steel, and advanced manufacturing.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 26 Mar. 2026
Jackson and his co-defendant, Ramiro Mendoza, 30, were tasked with accepting the delivery of about 305 pounds of meth that had been allegedly imported from Mexico, Goldberg said.
—Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 24 Mar. 2026
In fact, Puerto Rico imported Russian natural gas the same month as Russia invaded Ukraine.
—Lesley Stahl, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026
About half the clothing Paloma sells is imported, brought in from ports on the east or west coasts and then brought up the coastline or cross-country in a UPS truck.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026
Thailand Energy supply disruptions have also hit Thailand, where more than half of electricity is generated by LNG, around 40% of which is imported from the Middle East.
—Sheikh Saaliq, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imported
Verb
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The trio in its entirety seemed to have weighed at least three pounds, leading me to believe that Bob’s isn’t too fazed by inflation or the overall food cost margins that seem to be the bane of every restaurateur’s existence.—
Andre James,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Mar. 2026
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The bales weighed nearly 780 pounds and were estimated to have a street value of more than $5 million altogether.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Think sea-view terraces, kitchens meant for real cooking, and hosts who treat you less like a guest and more like extended family.—
Jenna Curcio,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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The Charlotte Hornets are now just 10 games away from the end of their regular season on April 12, which in recent seasons has meant that the crowds are paltry, the team is irrelevant and everyone is just ready to get the slog over with.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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While serving in the National Guard, Noel became a naturalized citizen, worked several jobs, and earned an associate’s degree.—
Julie K. Brown,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
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Duggan, a naturalized Australian citizen, was arrested in New South Wales in 2022, and is pending extradition to the US.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The result is a legal acknowledgment that what happened mattered, and still does.—
Christina Hioureas,
Rolling Stone,
22 Mar. 2026
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Established on the principle that a person’s humanity mattered more their immigration status, this was an important protection mechanism that ensured the most vulnerable (like schoolchildren and those who are ill) didn’t become collateral damage when immigration enforcement escalated.—
Dr. Lauren Palladino,
Hartford Courant,
22 Mar. 2026
Verb
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As the last part of its name implied, the flounder was golden brown and piled up, hiding a bed of crinkle cut french fries, which was hiding a puddle of creamy coleslaw.—
Andre James,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Mar. 2026
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Other researchers soon realized that his formula, now known as the Veneziano amplitude, implied that hadrons aren’t particles, but vibrating strings.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
23 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The lawsuit claimed Chaudhry then determined the transplanted organ needed to be removed.—
Clark Kauffman,
Iowa Capital Dispatch,
13 Mar. 2026
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The median survival time for transplanted lungs is about eight years, UCSF's Gandhi said.—
Dr. Céline Gounder,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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If an exclamation point only signified gore and grossness, this gothic rock opera would more than qualify.—
Rachel Simon,
Vulture,
6 Mar. 2026
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Abel also used the letter to push back on any notion that the sizable cash position signified that Berkshire was retreating from investing.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Steyer told the outlet the funds existed to provide a vehicle for foreign investors rather than to dodge taxes.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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North of Manila, Pampanga is referred to as the culinary heartland of the Philippines, offering unrivaled food experiences that marry indigenous cooking techniques and foreign influences.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Imported.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imported. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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