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
Liza Esquibias, People.com, 8 May 2025
More On Voles Raccoons Raccoons are clever, opportunistic feeders, eating whatever’s readily available, including plant and animal matter, garbage, pet food, bird seed, vegetable gardens, and eggs from chicken coops.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 8 May 2025
Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 9 May 2025
And whether people turn in the guns out of a sense of public duty or for a $100 reward doesn’t matter — so long as the guns are gone for good.
—David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
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Noun
Both Sean and Carrie signed a stipulation and waiver of the final declaration of disclosure, leaving issues relating to child support, custody, spousal support, division of property, tax matters, legal fees and more to be determined privately.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 8 May 2025
More On Voles Raccoons Raccoons are clever, opportunistic feeders, eating whatever’s readily available, including plant and animal matter, garbage, pet food, bird seed, vegetable gardens, and eggs from chicken coops.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 8 May 2025
Verb
The question now, perhaps, isn’t whether Psaki or anyone else is the next Maddow, but whether the 9 P.M. Eastern hour on MSNBC still matters at all, as either a source of news or a lightning rod for liberal energy.
—Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 9 May 2025
And whether people turn in the guns out of a sense of public duty or for a $100 reward doesn’t matter — so long as the guns are gone for good.
—David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 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.—
Frank E. Lockwood,
Arkansas Online,
10 May 2025
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August grief, September suicide prevention, October stress, November anxiety and December anger—a full calendar year of mental health topics.—
Katherine Fung,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Isaac has done a terrible thing to this person, and that is important to see.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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Working on the show is different from a lot of other things, especially in TV.—
Christopher Claxton,
Billboard,
5 May 2025
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The legislation, which passed the House but not the Senate, would have required states to provide automatic voter registration, established same day registration and voting, put in place two weeks of early voting, and expand vote by mail.—
Karlyn Bowman,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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To send a letter to the editor about this article, submit online or check out our guidelines for how to submit by email or mail.—
Krista Kafer,
Denver Post,
10 May 2025
Noun
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As studies begin to find connections between exposure to plastic and medical problems, doctors and scientists are increasingly concerned.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Digital platforms have made attempts to resolve this problem, yet frequently mimic the traditional education system's one-directional teaching approach.—
AyoOluwa Nihinlola,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
Noun
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Neighborhoods and eateries in the vicinity become intertwined with the overall experience.—
Vitas Carosella,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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The grand jury also recommends the city provide better signage at meters and pay stations, where one machine accepts payments for several parking spots in the vicinity.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 May 2025
Verb
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Kaya’s promotion to an elite task force based at another precinct means that Carra Patterson, who brought such warm steadiness and instantly believable deep knowledge of New York to her performance, will be a guest star going forward.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
9 May 2025
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Bundling means purchasing more than one line of insurance from the same provider.—
Dan Avery,
CNBC,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Got a burning question, or comment, for On Politics?You can submit them here or send me an email atrdmorin@usatoday.com.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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That leaves one central question and, characteristic of Dylan himself, two ways to view it.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
15 May 2025
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However, the formal selection of those individuals was paused after concerns emerged that prospective jurors might raise issues over the weekend.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Women's issues and gender equality are a focus of the Duchess of Sussex's public work.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
12 May 2025
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“Matter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matter. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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