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imports

  • plural of import.
  • present tense form of import (3rd person singular).

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Egypt imports around 40 percent of its raw plastic materials, mainly from Gulf countries, Europe, China and South Korea, according to the Chamber of Chemical Industries.

From Barron's Jul. 18, 2026

The Netherlands, Spain and Germany were the top three countries of origin for imports of finished steel in 2024, according to industry body UK Steel.

From BBC Jul. 17, 2026

Germany's trade deficit with China has ballooned in recent years as exports have plunged at the same time as imports have steadily risen, hitting sectors such as machine-making, chemicals and cars.

From Barron's Jul. 15, 2026

Crude imports plunged more than 40% in June from a year earlier, according to official data.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

Reading glasses hung around her neck on a brightly colored, woven cord, the kind from a global imports shop.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen