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
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
Specifically, there could be some flexibility from Israel on the potential withdrawal of its troops from the Morag Corridor – a key Israeli security zone in the southern Gaza strip – a source familiar with the matter told CNN on Thursday.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 18 July 2025
Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 19 July 2025
Looking back often helps connect the dots and highlights what truly mattered most.
—Cheryl Russell, Oc Register, 19 July 2025
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Noun
Pedro Salado/Getty Images Apparently, information about this did not flow properly before the event, or at least Fleetwood seemed to have been completely unaware of the matter.
—Julio Cesar Valdera Morales, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
Specifically, there could be some flexibility from Israel on the potential withdrawal of its troops from the Morag Corridor – a key Israeli security zone in the southern Gaza strip – a source familiar with the matter told CNN on Thursday.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 18 July 2025
Verb
What mattered most to the Heat was having Kel’el Ware, Pelle Larsson and Keshad Johnson working with the coaching staff for two weeks in a structured environment.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 19 July 2025
Looking back often helps connect the dots and highlights what truly mattered most.
—Cheryl Russell, Oc Register, 19 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for matter
Noun
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Let your personality shine across topics Don’t worry about hopping the boundaries of your niche.—
Renae Gregoire,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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Bronin’s brains have been one of the most commented upon topic of politics in the past year.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
19 July 2025
Noun
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The more Jeanne relies on the authorities, the more complicated things get if and when Suzanne resurfaces.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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The popularity of body mists comes down to three main things: affordability, versatility, and nostalgia.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
15 July 2025
Noun
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In August 2022, less than a year after his arrest, Larry was convicted in U.S. federal court of foreign murder and mail fraud.—
Nicole Acosta,
People.com,
21 July 2025
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The charges include conspiracy, immigration fraud, robbery, mail fraud and money laundering, Acting United States Attorney for the Western District of Louisiana Alexander C. Van Hook said.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
17 July 2025
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More: Silver carp, harmful to fish and water, detected in western Wisconsin's Chippewa and Black rivers The group had done their homework on why these fish are problems.—
Madeline Heim,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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Each subject line should feel like it was written specifically for one person dealing with a real problem today.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Nobody in the vicinity recognized him or knew anything about his past, so it is thought that he was either dumped there, or his owners moved and left him behind.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
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Safonov overhits the pass — a theme throughout the game due to Bayern’s pressing — but Hakimi may have struggled anyway with Kingsley Coman in close vicinity.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
5 July 2025
Verb
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The Justice Department further noted that no more files related to the case — other than a video meant to prove that Epstein killed himself — would be made public.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
19 July 2025
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Honda Five- and Seven-Seat EV SUV Died July 2025 This month, Honda reportedly nixed a new EV series meant to hit the roads starting in 2026.—
Aarian Marshall,
Wired News,
19 July 2025
Noun
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The class is specifically designed to provide an opportunity to ask questions about Christianity and our Lutheran theology.—
Carin Schoppmeyer,
Arkansas Online,
27 July 2025
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Tune in for short episodes every Wednesday and Saturday as Grumpy answers reader questions, solves seasonal conundrums, and provides need-to-know advice for gardeners with his very Grumpy sense of humor.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
26 July 2025
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The number of residents facing chronic homelessness, a subgroup including people with health issues who have been homeless for more than a year, increased 24% from last year to roughly 400 people.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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The Packers had an aging roster, salary cap issues and were coming off their first losing season in nine years.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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“Matter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matter. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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