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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
One of those days of stealthy significance, when cause became effect.
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Clare Sestanovich, New Yorker, 13 July 2025
But no one realized the significance of the photos — until now.
—Aspen Pflughoeft
july 11, Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
The competition, which dates back to 2015, celebrates not only aesthetic quality but also how buildings embody innovation, cultural significance, and sustainability.
—AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
In the face of such significance, voiceover, then, isn’t just a media tool.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 11 July 2025
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Clare Sestanovich, New Yorker, 13 July 2025
But no one realized the significance of the photos — until now.
—Aspen Pflughoeft
july 11, Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
The competition, which dates back to 2015, celebrates not only aesthetic quality but also how buildings embody innovation, cultural significance, and sustainability.
—AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
In the face of such significance, voiceover, then, isn’t just a media tool.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for significance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for significance
Noun
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That term can have a number of meanings, and even though Carr has suggested a proceeding to define it, that hasn’t happened.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
25 July 2025
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The question of the meaning of life continues unabated.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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And Driving Talent Forward Jeff Dodds, CEO of Formula E, explains the broad impact and importance of the rookie test within the championship’s growth strategy.—
Jenn Nelson,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The film covers the history and importance of political cartoons in global democracies, as well as the decline in the profession and in the newspaper industry.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
15 July 2025
Noun
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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
Noun
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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
Noun
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
23 July 2025
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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
Noun
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Built in 1971, the reservoir was expanded in 2015 and is strengthened to withstand a 7.5 magnitude earthquake, a local tourism website said.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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Still, a measure of the high stakes came during the women’s final, when Anisimova was clearly overwhelmed by the magnitude of the moment, and Świątek defeated her, 6–0, 6–0, in under an hour.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
Noun
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In fact, according to early reports, the intent was to create a yacht defined by 'lines in movement', a sense of continuous flow and energy, even when the yacht is at anchor.—
Bill Springer,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Pichardo pleaded guilty on April 3 to conspiracy to distribute, and to possess with intent to distribute, 40 grams or more of fentanyl and quantities of cocaine, heroin, and other opioids, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
15 July 2025
Noun
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But sometimes the consequences can be even worse, as the police now warn.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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Reports into both the Gregg Wallace (and subsequently John Torode) MasterChef scandal and the Gaza: How to Survive a Warzone debacle dropped almost simultaneously, bringing with them consequences and posing plenty more questions.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
18 July 2025
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“Significance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/significance. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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