Momentous

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In May, President Obama traveled to Vietnam as part of his larger trip to Asia.

Momentous.

President Obama clearly enjoyed meeting young people in Ho Chi Minh city.

That meeting ended a momentous visit to Vietnam.

It began with the president meeting with Vietnamese leaders in Hanoi and lifting a 50 year-old arms embargo on the former wartime enemy.

A momentous visit is one that is very important, especially for the future.

A momentous event is one you will always remember in a good way.

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