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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
the significance of that word is much debated by biblical scholars
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as in importance
the quality or state of being important
the political significance of the special commission's report
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Recent Examples of significance
Scotland appears to hold special significance for Trump.
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Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 27 July 2025
Okay, Kelce may not have been aware of the date’s significance but the fact remains that Swifties were delighted by a slew of new photos with his girlfriend of two years (and some other members of his close circle of friends and family).
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 25 July 2025
This warning is in effect until Friday at 11 p.m.
What is the significance of a red flag warning?
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2025
For You The significance of the change in QSBS provisions goes beyond the founders, investors, and venture-capital firms involved in startups.
—Bruce Brumberg, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
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Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 27 July 2025
Okay, Kelce may not have been aware of the date’s significance but the fact remains that Swifties were delighted by a slew of new photos with his girlfriend of two years (and some other members of his close circle of friends and family).
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 25 July 2025
This warning is in effect until Friday at 11 p.m.
What is the significance of a red flag warning?
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2025
For You The significance of the change in QSBS provisions goes beyond the founders, investors, and venture-capital firms involved in startups.
—Bruce Brumberg, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for significance
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Scottie Scheffler's comments about the meaning of winning and the balance between golf and the rest of his life have transcended the golf world.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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The question of the meaning of life continues unabated.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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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
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These risks underscore the importance of collaborating with regulated providers, who are licensed by financial authorities such as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the U.K. or the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).—
Parvez Siddiqui,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Other migrant families have found the same sense of stability in the city of nearly 2 million inhabitants.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
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These questions are helping businesses turn everyday items into brand moments and, in some cases, into movements created through commonality and a sense of community. 5.—
Douglas Gregory,
Forbes.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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In other cases, imports from countries like China may be restricted.—
Ian Dexter Palmer,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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The caveat is that manure often has a high nitrogen and salt content that potentially burns plants and causes other issues.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 July 2025
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In early 2011, Butler was exposed for faking private investigation cases to keep up with the content demands of the Lifetime show, according to This American Life.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
23 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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Musk announced in July his intent to move some of his companies’ headquarters to Texas.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Below, members of Forbes Technology Council share essential tips for modernizing with intent and avoiding common pitfalls.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
29 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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“Significance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/significance. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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