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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
Lidia Kurasinska, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
One theory is that imports increased as businesses tried to pull in more goods before the tariffs took effect.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 June 2025
Christopher Rugaber, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2025
Phil Knight, a track athlete at the University of Oregon, and his coach Bill Bowerman teamed up to import high-quality running shoes from Japan’s Onitsuka Tiger (now Asics) to sell in the U.S. market.
—Adam Sarhan, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
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Noun
In contrast to exports, imports from Ukraine into Central Europe have shown significant volatility in recent years.
—Lidia Kurasinska, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
One theory is that imports increased as businesses tried to pull in more goods before the tariffs took effect.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 June 2025
Verb
Like American consumers, companies imported billions of dollars of goods in the spring before the duties took full effect, and many items currently on store shelves were imported without paying higher levies.
—Christopher Rugaber, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2025
Phil Knight, a track athlete at the University of Oregon, and his coach Bill Bowerman teamed up to import high-quality running shoes from Japan’s Onitsuka Tiger (now Asics) to sell in the U.S. market.
—Adam Sarhan, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for import
Noun
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Borden also underscores the importance of collaborative engagements between technology providers and regulators, stressing the necessity of responsible AI frameworks to ensure secure, compliant deployments.—
Christer Holloman,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Powell, whose term as Fed chair ends on May 15, 2026, also sought to underline the importance of insulating central bankers from political pressure.—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
1 July 2025
Noun
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In 1689, Locke examined natural rights in the second treatise of Two Treatises on Government, but his first treatise established the full meaning of those rights.—
Time,
Time,
1 July 2025
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April 2025 The Hierophant: April invites you to seek deeper meaning and wisdom from your life, Pisces.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 July 2025
Verb
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Whether there is a point to this Club World Cup won’t matter much.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
8 July 2025
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They've been raised in environments where their voices matter, and they’re encouraged to express themselves.—
Richard Polak,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
Verb
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That means one of those outfielders is likely to be traded or otherwise off the team in short order.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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That means if companies do as Trump asks, then America can’t raise tariff revenue from them.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
7 July 2025
Noun
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From discussing the cultural significance of luxury timepieces to beautifully showcasing black love, the SUEDE Men’s Experience is delivering authentic moments crafted perfectly for the contemporary man.—
John Lawson,
Essence,
7 July 2025
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The significance of Ventura’s lawsuit will extend far beyond the trial, Burke, the founder of the #MeToo movement, previously told CNN.—
Lauren Mascarenhas,
CNN Money,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Includes unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber-only content.—
Nena Farrell,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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Federal law prohibits any children's product or component part from containing more than 100 parts per million (ppm) of total lead content by weight.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
Verb
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Subramanian told the five alternate jurors to remain on standby in case they're needed to fill in on the main jury who are weighing charges that could put the hip-hop mogul in prison for life.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
30 June 2025
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The newborn, who weighed about 1 lb., 13 oz., was taken to the NICU.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
29 June 2025
Verb
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Today's the beginning of the Dry January campaign, signified by the color yellow.—
Maria Leontaras,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Its streamlined profile, outsole made for smooth transitions (courtesy of the segmented crash pad), and midsole that adapts to your unique speed and stride are all elements that signify the brand’s devotion to high-quality craftsmanship.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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“Import.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/import. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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