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directly related to the matter being considered
- She provided all the pertinent details during the meeting, ensuring everyone understood the issue.
- The lawyer asked only pertinent questions to avoid wasting time in court.
- His comments were not pertinent to the discussion, causing some confusion.
- The teacher highlighted the pertinent points of the lecture to ensure the students focused on what was important.
- The CEO requested that all pertinent data be presented before the board meeting starts.
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highly appropriate to a particular matter or situation
- The lawyer provided pertinent evidence that directly supported the case.
- His question was pertinent to the discussion, addressing the main issue at hand.
- The report contains only the most pertinent information needed for decision-making.
- The teacher's feedback was pertinent to improving the student's writing skills.