all-important
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of all-important
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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The idea is that the all-important shipping route for global energy supplies will remain effectively shut until the economic costs of its closure—including higher oil prices and accelerating inflation—start piling up.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
You might be forgiven for thinking the Arsenal manager was referring to Bukayo Saka, whose all-important goal secured their semi-final triumph on Tuesday.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
After “Let ’Em In,” McCartney asked his band member Brian Ray to show off the song’s all-important bass line: a single note plucked over and over and over again.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026
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 • Mar. 11, 2026
Charles attached a mirror to the outside of the house so that when he was in his study he could see who was coming up the walk—visitors and the all-important postman.
From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman
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