all-important
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of all-important
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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No oil has been imported to the island since January 9, hitting the power sector while also forcing airlines to curtail flights to the island, a blow to the all-important tourism sector.
From Barron's
Across Europe, where income from all-important domestic television broadcasting deals has stalled or even collapsed, major football teams are revamping historic stadiums or building new larger grounds.
From Barron's
The problem is that the process strips the liquid of many of its all-important aromas -- an issue some producers resolve by adding in either artificial or natural aromas or added sugar.
From Barron's
I then give my cousin the all-important job of decorating Pierre’s home.
From Literature
He points out that Uganda is a post-conflict country where security is all-important.
From BBC
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