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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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
Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
This matters because fermentation reduces bitterness and makes plant compounds, especially polyphenols, more available.
—Dr. Steven Gundry, CNBC, 19 May 2026
Jackson, the liberal junior justice, told a gathering of the American Law Institute in Washington that her colleagues' handling of the case may have compromised the court's impartiality in political matters, especially during an election year.
—Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 19 May 2026
This is a friendly day to socialize and deal with family matters, but confusion and unrealistic expectations might create disappointment.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 19 May 2026
To make matters worse, Sidious took Maul under his wing as his apprentice at a very young age (how young depends on the story being told), teaching him all about the dark side of the Force and how to become a fascist in 10 easy steps.
—Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 19 May 2026
Today’s astro-weather could pull your attention toward family matters or unresolved situations at home that still linger in the back of your mind.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
With the police refusing to step in, Esme takes matters into her own hands, obsessively piecing together evidence until the truth can no longer be ignored.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 19 May 2026
Last year, Austin turned off a tool that helps law enforcement move fast when every second matters, and this weekend showed exactly why that decision matters.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Literary Hub, 21 May 2026
All of which matters but none of which work without a more critical goal.
—Mark Puleo, New York Times, 21 May 2026
Saying no gives you an opportunity to say Yes to something that matters to you.
—Jann E. Freed, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Where Color and Mindfulness Fit In What’s actually on the plate still matters.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
Experts say the adjustment may make push-ups feel more comfortable, but proper form matters most for effectiveness.
—Jamie Ducharme, Health, 13 May 2026
Asked what matters most in shaping long-term leadership impact, Molinaroli resists simplification.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Was your takeaway that campaigning actually matters?
—Zak Cheney-Rice, Vulture, 13 May 2026
And that matters in the United States.
—Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
Noun
Washington required time to finish up a few personal matters.
—Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
This matters because fermentation reduces bitterness and makes plant compounds, especially polyphenols, more available.
—Dr. Steven Gundry, CNBC, 19 May 2026
Jackson, the liberal junior justice, told a gathering of the American Law Institute in Washington that her colleagues' handling of the case may have compromised the court's impartiality in political matters, especially during an election year.
—Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 19 May 2026
This is a friendly day to socialize and deal with family matters, but confusion and unrealistic expectations might create disappointment.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 19 May 2026
To make matters worse, Sidious took Maul under his wing as his apprentice at a very young age (how young depends on the story being told), teaching him all about the dark side of the Force and how to become a fascist in 10 easy steps.
—Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 19 May 2026
Today’s astro-weather could pull your attention toward family matters or unresolved situations at home that still linger in the back of your mind.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
With the police refusing to step in, Esme takes matters into her own hands, obsessively piecing together evidence until the truth can no longer be ignored.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 19 May 2026
Last year, Austin turned off a tool that helps law enforcement move fast when every second matters, and this weekend showed exactly why that decision matters.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Verb
At the end of the day, that’s all that matters.
—Literary Hub, 21 May 2026
All of which matters but none of which work without a more critical goal.
—Mark Puleo, New York Times, 21 May 2026
Saying no gives you an opportunity to say Yes to something that matters to you.
—Jann E. Freed, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Where Color and Mindfulness Fit In What’s actually on the plate still matters.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
Experts say the adjustment may make push-ups feel more comfortable, but proper form matters most for effectiveness.
—Jamie Ducharme, Health, 13 May 2026
Asked what matters most in shaping long-term leadership impact, Molinaroli resists simplification.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Was your takeaway that campaigning actually matters?
—Zak Cheney-Rice, Vulture, 13 May 2026
And that matters in the United States.
—Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for matters
Noun
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The conservatism that would eventually hobble the daytime soap had its roots in this era, when soap viewers with especially fragile sensibilities had specific conceptions of what topics a soap should cover and made no bones about airing their protests.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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The full feature slate spans material on topics including the Southport riots, fracking in West Texas, the Rohingya refugee crisis, bride slavery in India, artificial intelligence and the deforestation of Canada’s Boreal Forest.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 May 2026
Noun
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As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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Or, in this case, cutting things up with scissors and tossing them around.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
Noun
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Prosecutors said Graves' body was partially wrapped in black garbage bags secured with duct tape, then rolled up in a rug alongside blankets, bags, pieces of mails, various items of clothing and trash.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Tyler has been embedded in the treasurer’s office, which calculates and mails out property tax bills, for years.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The Mersin governor’s office said the man had a history of substance abuse and psychiatric problems.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 May 2026
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Scientists have to solve all problems at once, because only the overlap is where progress happens.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
19 May 2026
Verb
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That hormones shape our moods and feelings, wire our brains and guide numerous, diverse processes throughout the body means that the practice of endocrinology is not based around any particular organ.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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This means that there will not be as many eighteen-year-olds applying to college in 2029, say, as there were in 2025.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
19 May 2026
Noun
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The basic themes of Hearst’s life and the novels that dramatize it remain distressingly relevant.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 May 2026
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Marcus Morris-Eyton, a portfolio manager at AllianceBernstein, said the sector’s recent selloff has created more attractive entry points into long-term military spending themes.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
20 May 2026
Noun
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In his years away from the sport, McGregor has dealt with a plethora of personal issues.—
Mark Puleo,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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Some people argue that enforcement becomes necessary when encampments grow large or long-term, especially when safety concerns, sanitation issues, or violent incidents arise.—
Shianne LeClaire,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
Noun
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Police also allegedly found photos in the chatroom correspondences, according to Spadjinske.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
29 Apr. 2026
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Here’s a video from the correspondences’ dinner.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Matters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matters. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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