Unemployment was the 'paramount' [='chief, main'] issue in the election.
Safety is of 'paramount' importance. = Safety is 'paramount'.
(..) he goes each night. What is your suspicion? Hm? He's engaged to my daughter. To marry. I want to make sure that she's making the right decision. Naturally, discretion is paramount. Well, you've come to the right place, Monsieur. Monsieur Tisserant will personally keep track of the gentleman, (..)2011 Midnight in Paris