1
as in major
having great meaning or lasting effect
made a significant change in the procedure for applying for citizenship
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2
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
The prevalence of sports betting has led to more concerns that betting is addictive in ways that pose significant harms.
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 Apr. 2026
For declines to be significant, though, bond yields must remain under 4%.
—Tim Maxwell, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
But wireless versions can consume significant power over time, creating limits around battery life, maintenance, and practicality.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
In Ryan’s assessment, even these numbers are significant and reflect real and potential opportunities for executive influence on the policy process.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 Apr. 2026
For declines to be significant, though, bond yields must remain under 4%.
—Tim Maxwell, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
But wireless versions can consume significant power over time, creating limits around battery life, maintenance, and practicality.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
In Ryan’s assessment, even these numbers are significant and reflect real and potential opportunities for executive influence on the policy process.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for significant
Adjective
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This is a boom-or-bust pick, as Banks has some of the highest pass-rushing upside in the draft but major injury concerns.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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Mike Florio and Chris Simms discuss some of the top storylines heading into the 2026 NFL draft and explain why this year likely won’t have a major story like the slide of Shedeur Sanders.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
24 Apr. 2026
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This shift—from novelty to acculturation—was, for Nadar, indicative of a transformation of historical experience initiated by a period of unparalleled technological change.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Apr. 2026
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Past performance is not indicative of future results.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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His major break arrived in 1967 when director Arthur Penn hired him to oversee the artistic direction of what would become one of the late-1960s’ most popular and influential films, Bonnie and Clyde, the Depression Era true-crime-and-love story starring Warren Beatty and Faye Dunaway.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
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Through interviews with other influential artists, the film highlights the emotional and societal burdens that accompany their achievements, emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding in celebrating their contributions to music and culture.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2026
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As one example, Servais pointed to a new pop-up fair in Brussels called Parloir that generated considerable buzz for its inaugural edition in the Belgian capital this year, held in an unused office building currently under construction.—
Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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Gabi Tuschak and her crew had already raised considerable sums of money.—
Jonathan Bullington,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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For example, do different networks rate explicit language, suggestive language and violent programming similarly, or are some networks prone to provide a lesser rating than others?—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
22 Apr. 2026
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On Chinese social media, some people said that K-pop — with its suggestive dance moves — is not appropriate for children.—
Ken Moritsugu,
Fortune,
10 Apr. 2026
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While the handling of the outburst by BAFTA and the BBC wasn’t ideal for anyone involved, the outrage and fallout from the event shows that Davidson’s lifelong mission to educate the wider population about Tourette syndrome is ongoing, and so important.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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Continuing the momentum with frequent Artemis launches is important to maintain support for the program.—
Thomas Black,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Wabi-sabi design helps create a home that feels authentic, relaxed, and reflective of your real life.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
23 Apr. 2026
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Yet where its predecessor often had a reflective tone, their latest is about high-energy garage-rock catharsis, getting in a room and blasting away and letting the noise be your guide.—
Jon Dolan,
Rolling Stone,
22 Apr. 2026
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The Mexican Mafia, described as the largest and most powerful gang operating from inside state prisons, controls gangs throughout Southern California.—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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This structure is designed to make the platform accessible while offering more powerful AI features for those who require more extensive support.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Significant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/significant. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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