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as in importance
the quality or state of being important
an event of great moment
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as in minute
a very small space of time
I'll be there in just a moment
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Recent Examples of moment
For others, the pain of this moment is a reminder of the troubling years before.
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Wcco Staff, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
Several of Scherzinger’s posts this week have featured romantic moments in a series of video montages from their trip.
—Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
The Mean Green’s best football season ever wasn’t even over before the major figures from that team left, or announced their intentions to bounce ASAP; when the season did end, moments after UNT defeated San Diego State to win the New Mexico Bowl, is when the great Denton flood began.
—Mac Engel
january 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Jan. 2026
Until one moment spoiled everything.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 8 Jan. 2026
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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau at the time estimated that the Biden administration’s action would save families more than $10 billion a year by cutting fees from an average of $32.—
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Earlier this year, the country singer shared a recipe for her mom’s famous cherry cookies just in time for Valentine’s Day.—
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Though their divorce was acrimonious, and the two were later involved in various legal proceedings, the source said that Clarkson knew the importance of her children’s relationship with their father.—
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Middlebrooks echoed those concerns, emphasizing the importance of the services provided by the health system.—
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Tied at 19, the Chiefs got the ball back with four minutes left, with the chance to march for a game-winning field goal.—
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There can be 30 minutes of small waves before a sneaker wave strikes.—
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Below, three interior designers share the color combos that look tacky today—plus offer modern alternatives.—
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Hialeah is set to turn the page today, when Bryan Calvo, 28, is set to be sworn as the youngest mayor in the city’s history, promising a four-year reset focused on professionalism, economic growth, and restoring public trust after years of frustration with city government.—
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No one can remember everything, so taking the time to make a list of important documents, family heirlooms, or special occasion clothing items and where they are stored will prove invaluable.—
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Many of these styles move seamlessly from everyday life to special occasions, from workdays to weekend outings, and yes, even vacation.—
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Some researchers have cast doubt on the significance of the study due to its small size.—
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Rosado is expected to address the significance of the developments for South Florida and the broader region.—
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Kane opened the scoring on a two-man advantage with 29 seconds left in the first period.—
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Instead, Prairie View A&M was forced to foul on the other end, and UAPB guard Kristyna Boyd made one of her two fouls shots with 10 seconds to go to set the final score.—
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Even after the pick-less Young trade, there does seem to be a pathway present for the Heat to restock with draft picks while, like the Hawks, continually stuck in play-in-ville.—
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The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte’s Angel Tree program matches children in need with anonymous donors who buy them presents for Christmas, and provides senior citizens with gifts.—
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“Moment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moment. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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