: matter presented for consideration in discussion, thought, or study
Examples of subject matter in a Sentence
I found the film's subject matter to be quite disturbing.
She disapproves of the artist's choice of subject matter.
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My presence would help reset the tone, add subject matter expertise, rebuild trust, and move the Commission toward productive discussions and decision making.—Andrea Keiser, Sun Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026 For all the inherent sadness of its subject matter, Mouse is never depressing, thanks to the delicacy of O’Sullivan and Thompson’s filmmaking.—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2026 The questions span diverse subject matter because they’re meant to measure general forecasting ability, not narrow expertise.—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026 None of these segments offers particularly novel approaches to their subject matter, although the overall effectiveness of the three varies wildly.—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 10 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for subject matter