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/ɪmˈpɔː(r)t(ə)ns/By 1800, the monarchy had declined in importance.
The company recognizes the importance of training its employees.
The issue has special importance to people in rural areas.
Research emphasizes the importance of exercise in reducing blood pressure.
It shows the importance that this government attaches to education.
Customer satisfaction is of paramount importance to us.
I pretended the incident was of no importance.
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