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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
This year, the campaign takes on even greater significance as the Los Angeles community continues to recover from devastating wildfires.
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Jem Aswad, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
Celebrations Dan Burn may be enjoying the week of his life but, in one sense, the timing of the Carabao Cup final was inopportune for celebrating this triumph in a manner befitting its historical significance.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 18 Mar. 2025
The structure’s preservation quality and scale add to its significance.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2025
Cassidy would appear to be a man yearning for an experience that gives meaning to his life, which seems to have atrophied, lost its significance.
—Deborah Treisman, The New Yorker, 16 Mar. 2025
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Jem Aswad, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
Celebrations Dan Burn may be enjoying the week of his life but, in one sense, the timing of the Carabao Cup final was inopportune for celebrating this triumph in a manner befitting its historical significance.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 18 Mar. 2025
The structure’s preservation quality and scale add to its significance.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2025
Cassidy would appear to be a man yearning for an experience that gives meaning to his life, which seems to have atrophied, lost its significance.
—Deborah Treisman, The New Yorker, 16 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for significance
Noun
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But like many cold cases, as with Barbara Newhall Follett, the meaning can only be realized in fiction.—
Patti Callahan Henry,
People.com,
16 Mar. 2025
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With a fervor that is another aspect of his ongoing meaning to the franchise — a legendary work ethic that remains the model.—
Vahe Gregorian,
Kansas City Star,
16 Mar. 2025
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Looking toward the future of Korean content globally, Seo emphasized the importance of genre diversity while maintaining quality.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2025
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The apparel industry cannot afford to ignore the importance of investing in its majority workforce.—
Adele Stafford,
Sourcing Journal,
18 Mar. 2025
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On the surface, this decision makes a lot of sense.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
17 Mar. 2025
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Rather than surprising the audience with the plane crash that sets off Death’s design, each iteration of the script opens with a sense of foreboding that something is wrong.—
Todd Gilchrist,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2025
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Maeda himself was inspired to come to America by two more of the most successful Japanese imports.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN,
17 Mar. 2025
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Both nations also account for 70% of the imports of two key home construction materials: lumber and gypsum.—
Alex Veiga,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Its curriculum will encompass various aspects of the creative and business sides of the music industry, including content creation, performing, touring, entertainment law, engineering and graphic design.—
Gail Mitchell,
Billboard,
13 Mar. 2025
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The American Diabetes Association and a group of obesity expert orgs have released statements advising patients against using them due to the potential for content and quality issues.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
13 Mar. 2025
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The top-heavy magnitude of their payroll could become problematic this offseason.—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
19 Mar. 2025
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The last time there was an order of this magnitude was the Edward Snowden revelations, when The Guardian revealed that the FBI had asked Verizon for the call details records for incoming and outgoing calls in the United States.—
Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Limas pleaded guilty on Sept. 18, 2024, to conspiracy to distribute, and to possess with intent to distribute, 400 grams or more of fentanyl, court records show.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
18 Mar. 2025
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Instead, the legal question may hinge on the intent of the dominant partner to continue engaging in especially risky acts and her awareness of the potential danger.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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Research shows that narcissistic employees are more likely to behave unethically, potentially leading to legal consequences.—
Jonathan Gay,
The Conversation,
21 Mar. 2025
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And while the outcome could have far-reaching consequences, Hanni and the girls are choosing not to worry about what those might be right now.—
Chad de Guzman,
TIME,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Significance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/significance. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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