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/ˈvæljəb(ə)l/- 2very useful and important
The job gave her an opportunity to gain valuable experience.
valuable insights/lessons/information:The research should provide valuable insights into organizational arrangements.
a valuable contribution/resource/addition:Her latest book is a valuable contribution to the debate on cloning.
prove valuable:The results could prove extremely valuable.
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