1
as in to begin
to come into existence
the business speculator promised profits that never seemed to materialize
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2
as in to appear
to come into view
the train station materialized through the fog
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3
as in to arise
to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly
an unforeseen problem with this project seems to have materialized
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as in to embody
to represent in visible form
a statue of a grieving woman that seems to materialize the very concept of grief
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Recent Examples of materialize
Deadline Hollywood, which first reported the news, claimed that Damon would be approached once a script materialized, but what steps would be taken were Damon to say no were not clear.
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Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 12 June 2026
The challenges the tribe anticipated eventually materialized.
—Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
Many will shrug off these concerns after a debt crisis predicted by fiscal alarmists in the 2010s failed to materialize.
—Ben Ritz, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
For most, that never materialized.
—Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
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Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 12 June 2026
The challenges the tribe anticipated eventually materialized.
—Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
Many will shrug off these concerns after a debt crisis predicted by fiscal alarmists in the 2010s failed to materialize.
—Ben Ritz, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
For most, that never materialized.
—Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for materialize
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Work is continuing to try to stabilize the Pacifica Municipal Pier, which began cracking at its base on June 4 and is now in danger of breaking off and falling into the water.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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On-site Hawaiian cultural programming helps visitors connect with the islands' history and culture, and the complimentary Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Experience that begins with a traditional sunrise chant is not to be missed.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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Balogun appeared to double the lead coming out of the hydration break midway through the opening half, but the goal was negated by an offside call.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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Perhaps the most striking part of the visit was seeing the pope appearing the most relaxed and happy since the beginning of his papacy.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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However, exceptions can arise when your spouse shares legal responsibility for the debt, when community property laws apply or when certain types of obligations are involved.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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The show focuses on various themes, among them, Revolutionary Textiles, which documents the Homespun movement that arose to boycott British imports; Across the Atlantic centers on continental influences on Colonial fashion; The Business of Sea chronicles Sag Harbor’s maritime past.—
Catherine Sabino,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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But spending her nights on the casino floor was only Charbonneau’s first step toward embodying Cay, a free-spirited sculptor by day who unnerves Vivan from their first, cinematic encounter.—
Elaina Patton,
IndieWire,
16 June 2026
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The award in her name will be given to others who contribute as leaders and who embody her qualities and advocacy for the city’s libraries.—
Darcel Rockett,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2026
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Jackson, who originated the role in both the Off Broadway and Broadway productions of the musical, earning a Tony Award nomination for the latter, will return to the role on Tuesday, September 8, playing through Sunday, January 3, 2027, at Broadway’s Richard Rodgers Theatre.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
16 June 2026
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Delta Flight 1966 originated in San Juan, Puerto Rico.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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As opposed to tragedy’s narrative arc of historical fate, tragicomedy unfolds in an infinite present.—
Eugenie Brinkema,
ARTnews.com,
14 June 2026
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Challenges remain, but improvements continue to unfold as reforms work through the system.—
Chuck Bonfiglio,
Sun Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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Within five months of the arrival of new Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker, optimism has emerged that a struggling defense may be on the brink of major improvement.—
Briana Aldridge,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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The chicks, born to piping plovers Imani and Sea Rocket, emerged from their nest near Montrose Pier under the watchful eyes of volunteer bird monitors, who spent sunup to sundown waiting to confirm all four eggs had successfully hatched.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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Many expressed indignation that a climate-friendly clothing brand would appear to go after a beloved climate activist.—
Brittany Peterson,
Fortune,
12 June 2026
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Another misleading piece, according to the lawsuit, is it’s expressed intent to eventually eliminate all non-school homestead property taxes, something DeSantis has said is his goal.—
Gray Rohrer,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2026
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“Materialize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/materialize. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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