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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4
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
Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
The name of the business matters, too, said Kari Kammel, the director of the Center for Anti-Counterfeiting and Product Protection at Michigan State University.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge,paige Tortorelli, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 13 Sep. 2025
None of that mattered to the Mission Bay defense.
—Clark Fahrenthold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Disney executives met with Kimmel on Thursday to discuss the matter.
—Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
The name of the business matters, too, said Kari Kammel, the director of the Center for Anti-Counterfeiting and Product Protection at Michigan State University.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge,paige Tortorelli, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
Verb
Wealth beyond the numbers Despite the headlines, most Americans already report feeling wealthy in the areas that matter most.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 13 Sep. 2025
None of that mattered to the Mission Bay defense.
—Clark Fahrenthold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for matter
Noun
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Sep. 2025
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This is yet another example of the administration’s efforts to roll back data collection and dissemination on a wide range of topics.—
Michael Posner,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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And your decisions affect other things.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
13 Sep. 2025
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Our main quibbles were with the fans—fan buzz and a lack of more fan filtration are two things to contend with—but experienced PC builders will find workarounds.—
Thomas Soderstrom,
PC Magazine,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Ground Advantage mail should be sent by December 16, while First-Class Mail must be in the system by December 17.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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In a pinch, tape and glue can be easily grabbed out of a junk drawer for securing mail or quick fixes.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Instead of predictive policing that reinforces existing biases, envision AI that helps communities understand and address root causes of social problems.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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But even the right approach to the right problem risks failure if not properly executed.—
Joel Thayer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Rafael Devers tossed water in Bailey’s vicinity, and Heliot Ramos followed behind with yellow Powerade.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
13 Sep. 2025
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Neither the primary materials of sand and soda ash (sodium carbonate) nor the firewood for the medieval Venetian glassmakers were found in the city’s immediate vicinity.—
Aki Ishida,
The Conversation,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Chargers ruled out safety Elijah Molden for Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos, which means Tony Jefferson will slot into his spot for the second consecutive game when the Chargers take the field at SoFi Stadium for the first time this season.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
20 Sep. 2025
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That means Colorado officially dodged baseball infamy.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
20 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The question isn’t only for the Emmys.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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At the plaza, Seth Teasdale was nearby as Kirk flung some caps into the crowd, then settled into his seat under the canopy to take questions.—
Rick Jervis,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Another issue, according to some large investment fund managers, is that investors’ concern.—
Erik Sherman,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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Bobbitt declined to comment Friday on the water issue, saying his firm preferred to let the joint authority handle any permit discussions.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
20 Sep. 2025
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“Matter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matter. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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