1
as in topic
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
that is not relevant to the matter under discussion
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2
as in thing
something to be dealt with
we must take care of this matter before it becomes a real problem
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3
as in mail
communications or parcels sent or carried through the postal system
first-class matter
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as in problem
something that requires thought and skill for resolution
I've been thinking about the matter all night, and I believe I have a solution
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as in to mean
to be of importance
she believes that doing well in school really does matter
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Recent Examples of matter
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2026
Mourinho’s growing influence, not only as head coach but also as a leading voice in the club’s sporting planning, proved crucial in a deal that was wrapped up in a matter of days.
—Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 17 June 2026
Flavio Maluf, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
The siege lasted so long that a donkey's head sold for eighty pieces of silver, and a cup of dove's dung sold for five pieces of silver.
Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.
—Helaine Williams, Arkansas Online, 6 June 2026
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Noun
Why mood boosting perfume matters now The trend sits at the crossroads of wellness, neuroscience and beauty.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2026
Mourinho’s growing influence, not only as head coach but also as a leading voice in the club’s sporting planning, proved crucial in a deal that was wrapped up in a matter of days.
—Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 17 June 2026
Verb
That order matters more than people expect.
—Flavio Maluf, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
The siege lasted so long that a donkey's head sold for eighty pieces of silver, and a cup of dove's dung sold for five pieces of silver.
Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.
—Helaine Williams, Arkansas Online, 6 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for matter
Noun
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Similarly, nonfiction about topics completely outside your everyday experience is also beneficial, improving your ability to focus and think critically about problems from multiple perspectives.—
Esther K. Choy,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Some of the most successful faceless channels are centered around narrow educational topics.—
Andrew Zucker,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2026
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Like all things data center, this one comes with controversy.—
David Wade,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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The great thing about Taylor is that my girl knows how to write a song.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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She was sentenced in October 2014 to 15 months in prison after striking a deal with prosecutors and agreeing to plead guilty to mail, wire and bank fraud for falsifying statements on loan applications.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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The Smyrna city government alerted residents about the ongoing impacts the FIFA World Cup may be having on mail delivery in the area.—
CBS News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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Common travel problems include flight delays, lost luggage, and unexpected hotel issues.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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Plants that thrive in similar conditions eliminate problems later.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
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The system offers an optimal combination of mobility, protection, flexibility and precision to meet the growing demands of challenging threat scenarios in the close and immediate vicinity.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
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Bull sharks had been seen in the vicinity.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 June 2026
Verb
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DeSantis said last month that the detention facility was always meant to be temporary.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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Two rescues within the past week in San Miguel County are a reminder about preparation in Colorado's mountains as the arrival of warm weather means more people in the mountains.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Los Angeles police Friday released bodycam footage of an officer killing a woman’s pet dog in a case that has sparked outrage and questions.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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The report comes as the rupiah sits at a record low versus the dollar, with questions about the country’s fiscal health rampant and trouble with capital outflows.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
19 June 2026
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This issue could be one Denver faces for years to come.—
Chierstin Roth,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Tara Gallegos, a spokesperson for Newsom’s office, said the issue involved late paperwork at a time when the governor’s staff was focused on emergency response and supporting survivors.—
Taryn Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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“Matter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matter. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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