as in importance
the quality or state of being important
no one could fail to realize the momentousness of the occasion
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During his memorable Hall of Fame speech, Sandberg preached the importance of respect — for teammates, coaches and the game — and doing the little things right.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
29 July 2025 -
The data underscores the importance of not leaving algorithmic humor unchecked, Saumure said.—
Jyoti Madhusoodanan,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 July 2025
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For Arsenal supporters, the jersey has a special significance — their new centre-forward will wear the same number as the club’s record goalscorer, Thierry Henry.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
30 July 2025
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However, the first part of the question provides a glimpse into the university’s attitude towards AI: by launching an institutional initiative, Duke acknowledges its growing significance and the need to critically engage with its ethical conundrums.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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The reciprocal tariffs target any and all imports from more than two dozen countries, including Canada, Mexico and the European Union.—
Cailey Gleeson,
jsonline.com,
14 July 2025
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The rebound in imports is likely due to a lower base for comparison, Huang added, while the trade truce restored some demand for U.S. goods, resulting in a smaller decline in imports from America.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
14 July 2025
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Tsunami waves up to 10 feet high could hit parts of northern Hawaii after a 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Wednesday off the coast of Russia, according to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 July 2025
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The temblor topped out at a whopping magnitude of 9.5.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
30 July 2025
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This prevents travel to the United States and serves as a tangible consequence for non-compliance.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 July 2025
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The consequences are staggering: Black women now account for more than 50% of new HIV diagnoses among women, yet make up only 8% of PrEP users.—
Richard Fowler,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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“Momentousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/momentousness. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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