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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
Heekyong Yang, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
The Russia goal, and extracting some basic concessions on tariffs, both seem to require more US LNG imports.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
To that end, Apple has also implemented new standards developed by the FIDO Alliance for importing and exporting passkeys between different apps that support them.
—ArsTechnica, 15 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Washington this week implemented a lower 15% tariff rate on imports of cars and auto parts from Japan, at a time when South Korea is still facing 25% tariff rates for autos.
—Heekyong Yang, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
The Russia goal, and extracting some basic concessions on tariffs, both seem to require more US LNG imports.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
Due to anti-Semitic laws the Swiss had passed in 1893, kosher meat was not locally available and had to be imported from Germany.
—Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
To that end, Apple has also implemented new standards developed by the FIDO Alliance for importing and exporting passkeys between different apps that support them.
—ArsTechnica, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for import
Noun
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In 1987, the FCC also abolished the fairness doctrine, which required broadcasters to provide differing viewpoints when covering issues of public importance.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
19 Sep. 2025
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The Federal Aviation Administration asked airlines to evaluate their safety messages to passengers and emphasize the importance of leaving belongings behind in an evacuation.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Even with a portly curb weight and quintessentially Audi (meaning, weird) powertrain?—
Peter Nelson,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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Perhaps nowhere was the fight over meaning as pronounced as with the cryptic messages etched into the bullet cartridges by the shooter.—
Geoff Brumfiel,
NPR,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Walking pace also matters, Finney, a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology, added.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
20 Sep. 2025
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With a mix of trendsetting content and thoughtful storytelling, our editors keep an eye on what’s now, what’s next, and what truly matters.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Chargers ruled out safety Elijah Molden for Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos, which means Tony Jefferson will slot into his spot for the second consecutive game when the Chargers take the field at SoFi Stadium for the first time this season.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
20 Sep. 2025
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That means Colorado officially dodged baseball infamy.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
20 Sep. 2025
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Though the Dublin area’s luxury market has typically peaked around $4 million, Knollwood’s scale, provenance, and cultural significance set it apart.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
16 Sep. 2025
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This venue holds particular significance, is where Serena captured six of her 23 Grand Slam singles titles there, while Venus won two of her seven major championships on those same courts.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Brooks posted anti-white and anti-police content on social media, comparing police officers to Ku Klux Klan members and advocating violence against white people.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Sep. 2025
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The content of its productions has included legitimate theater, vaudeville, burlesque, striptease, movies (many X-rated), classical music and jazz as well as occasional forays into boxing, bodybuilding and politics.—
Dan Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
21 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Nicole stands about 5-foot-4, weighs about 200 pounds and has brown eyes and red hair.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
21 Sep. 2025
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Coliseum officials did weigh the possibility of sidestepping the permitting issue altogether — or at least letting the purchasers worry about it.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
20 Sep. 2025
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Blossoming petals in shifting shades signify innovation and evoke Boulder’s outdoorsy spirit.—
Leslie Katz,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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As part of his apology, Bradley presented her with a five-diamond ring, with each rock signifying a new promise to his wife.—
Beth Sobol,
PEOPLE,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Import.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/import. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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