1
as in topics
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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Relevance
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2
as in things
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 mails
communications or parcels sent or carried through the postal system
first-class matter
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4
as in problems
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 means
to be of importance
she believes that doing well in school really does matter
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Recent Examples of matters
Kimberly Ross, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
The 63-year-old NBA commissioner who came up under the fire-breathing David Stern, and who has chosen diplomacy over dictatorship since taking over in 2014, doesn’t typically stick his chest out when discussing such matters of governance.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
Every collector knows—heritage matters.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
While there are general factors in addition to policies that influence food costs (including demand, climate, weather and global matters), prices are going up at a time when the US job market has shifted into a lower gear.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
This matters because small businesses employ more than 61 million people, nearly half the private workforce.
—Gelila, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Professor Mark Blaxter, senior author at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, explained why such research matters.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2025
With a newfound momentum, Catlin took matters into his own hands, bringing a recovered fumble to Timberview’s 13-yard line; the Raiders couldn’t capitalize, settling for a 25-yard field goal attempt that went off the right upright.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
Dale Ellis covers the federal courthouse beat for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, reporting on criminal and civil matters that impact Arkansans.
—Arkansas Online, 5 Sep. 2025
Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
This framework helps teams identify where AI adds value and where human insight still matters most.
—Brad Rencher, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
The push of an offensive line matters too.
—Matt Byrne, Arkansas Online, 5 Sep. 2025
Ultimately, none of that really matters.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
Money matters — so make the most of it.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
When a chance meeting sparks a connection, their bond deepens, and secrets and holiday pressures force them to face what truly matters.
—Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Styling Your Contribution Bringing Fresca and flowers is only part of the gesture—presentation matters too.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2025
Ultimately, the fun of the series, and that the characters remain true to their origins, is all that matters for this kind of show, built entirely on nostalgia and fan fervor.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
If the end goal is beating the ideological adversary, then little matters beyond that.
—Kimberly Ross, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
The 63-year-old NBA commissioner who came up under the fire-breathing David Stern, and who has chosen diplomacy over dictatorship since taking over in 2014, doesn’t typically stick his chest out when discussing such matters of governance.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
Every collector knows—heritage matters.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
While there are general factors in addition to policies that influence food costs (including demand, climate, weather and global matters), prices are going up at a time when the US job market has shifted into a lower gear.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
This matters because small businesses employ more than 61 million people, nearly half the private workforce.
—Gelila, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Professor Mark Blaxter, senior author at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, explained why such research matters.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2025
With a newfound momentum, Catlin took matters into his own hands, bringing a recovered fumble to Timberview’s 13-yard line; the Raiders couldn’t capitalize, settling for a 25-yard field goal attempt that went off the right upright.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
Dale Ellis covers the federal courthouse beat for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, reporting on criminal and civil matters that impact Arkansans.
—Arkansas Online, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
That’s the only thing that matters.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
This framework helps teams identify where AI adds value and where human insight still matters most.
—Brad Rencher, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
The push of an offensive line matters too.
—Matt Byrne, Arkansas Online, 5 Sep. 2025
Ultimately, none of that really matters.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
Money matters — so make the most of it.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
When a chance meeting sparks a connection, their bond deepens, and secrets and holiday pressures force them to face what truly matters.
—Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Styling Your Contribution Bringing Fresca and flowers is only part of the gesture—presentation matters too.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2025
Ultimately, the fun of the series, and that the characters remain true to their origins, is all that matters for this kind of show, built entirely on nostalgia and fan fervor.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for matters
Noun
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
12 Sep. 2025
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That impact on a smaller business with less than $50 million in annual revenue could mean immediate business closure, making this one of the most critical topics to discuss in leadership meetings.—
Max Silber,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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If things do go long, Alcaraz will still back himself.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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But now, the King and the royal family have received very sad news that will change things going forward.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Along with some shockingly gruesome slides (lots of intestines and Jack the Ripper–style organ removal), Wallace shares that the New York Ripper is still traumatizing the relatives of his victims by leaving voice-mails taunting them about his brutal crimes.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Attached to Paxton is a long list of ethical and moral problems.—
Kimberly Ross,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Ellison pledged to give away 95% of his wealth to advance scientific research and solve complex problems related to health and aging.—
Martine Paris,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This means designing curricula that force students to grapple with complexity before introducing AI assistance.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Whether that means living tiny on a beautiful plot of land or looking to add more livable square footage to your backyard, this open tiny home with lots of charm has endless possibilities at only 209 square feet.—
Gabriela Izquierdo,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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On Saturday night, after the audience of the Royal Alexandra Theatre roared in a standing ovation for Fraser and his director, Hikari (Beef, 37 Seconds), the star became visibly choked up talking about the themes of Rental Family.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Sep. 2025
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Also, different areas often had a multi period perspective and themes were carried across courses to connect the dots.—
Shivaram Rajgopal,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The team then analyzed how frequently these women died from heart issues or developed major adverse cardiovascular events like heart attack, coronary revascularization, or ischemic stroke over the course of 30 years.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Stakes in Group C Supplied Bafana Bafana will host Nigeria, knowing that a victory could effectively eliminate the Super Eagles' chances of topping Group C, unless off-field issues alter the situation.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The company expects this to reduce password reset requests and call center correspondences, Faulkner said.—
Alexis Kayser,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Aug. 2025
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Such correspondences offer a fascinating means of tracing human history.—
Martha Barnette
August 6,
Literary Hub,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Matters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matters. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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