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Pertinent

usgb/ˈpɜːrtnənt/Volume
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Context Clarity

Use 'pertinent' when something has a clear link to the main subject being discussed.

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Only bring up pertinent facts during the meeting.
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Avoid Off-topic

'Pertinent' signals that the information is not off-topic or irrelevant.

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Her comments were not pertinent and distracted from the main issue.
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Academic Tone

'Pertinent' often appears in formal or academic contexts, signaling professionalism.

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The researcher included only the most pertinent data in his study.
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