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as in major
having great meaning or lasting effect
made a significant change in the procedure for applying for citizenship
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as in indicative
indicating something
the town's generous library budget is significant of the value its residents place on learning
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as in influential
having great power or influence
a producer who is playing a significant role in the creation of the new film
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as in considerable
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
paid a significant amount of money for the movie rights to the book
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as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
after remarking that tardiness was on the rise, our boss cast a significant glance my way
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Recent Examples of significant
That recovery is significant, though fish populations alone don’t determine whether a river is safe for swimming.
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Daniel Bain,
The Conversation,
22 June 2026
When tested in both the arid climate of the Chihuahuan Desert in New Mexico and the Austin area’s comparably humid clime, the jacket succeeded in capturing a significant 14 to 30 ounces of water per day.
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Sarah Jones,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
Most of the video growth has been concentrated on YouTube, where other media organizations like The Bulwark, MS NOW, and Fox News have also seen significant viewership over the last year.
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Max Tani,
semafor.com,
22 June 2026
No systemic absorption was detected, and a significant clinical response was seen in men with higher-degree hair loss by week 8.
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Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
22 June 2026
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Daniel Bain,
The Conversation,
22 June 2026
When tested in both the arid climate of the Chihuahuan Desert in New Mexico and the Austin area’s comparably humid clime, the jacket succeeded in capturing a significant 14 to 30 ounces of water per day.
—
Sarah Jones,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
Most of the video growth has been concentrated on YouTube, where other media organizations like The Bulwark, MS NOW, and Fox News have also seen significant viewership over the last year.
—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
22 June 2026
No systemic absorption was detected, and a significant clinical response was seen in men with higher-degree hair loss by week 8.
—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for significant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for significant
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In the footage, three children appear to be emerging from the rubble one after another, seemingly without major injuries, as rescuers provided assistance.
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The announcement came just hours after the Supreme Court handed a major victory to the makers of the weedkiller Roundup, shielding it from thousands of lawsuits from states alleging the company failed to warn people the product could cause cancer.
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Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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Any prices or levels shown are either historical or purely indicative.
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The military plays an influential role in Pakistani politics, and its backing is critical for ruling governments.
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This is a vast nation, complicated and often contradictory, with a history marked by both tragedy and triumph, so this isn’t aiming to be a definitive ranking of the 50 best or most influential American books.
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The vehicle had considerable front-end damage, and the airbags were deployed.
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Such an acquisition would enhance Abu Dhabi’s already considerable and diverse arsenal of standoff weapons.
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One of Smarty Pants’ buttons has a poop symbol on it, and there a couple of suggestive turns of phrase.
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The messages between Johnson and Duffey in 2024 revealed that the two men used suggestive language.
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To address those concerns, Hulls has committed roughly $15 million to establish the Good Luck Fund, which acquires and preserves properties considered important to the community.
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What are the most important values of the community that the superintendent must honor regardless of pressure or politics?
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This transparent pink has a reflective finish that creates a striking shine with one coat.
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Make sure the shiny, reflective side is facing out.
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Never worry about scrubbing away stains from your pets or children again with this powerful carpet and upholstery cleaner.
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The dynamic Sun in your 3rd House of Communication quincunxes powerful Pluto in your 10th House of Career, creating tension between daily tasks and authority.
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“Significant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/significant. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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