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
Here's how a noirish new plastic surgery thriller set in Beverly Hills materialized out of real-life reporting over the past decade.
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Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2025
One such rumor emerged in 2009, when the Arkansas Times reported that Sly might appear at the Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival -- a dream booking that never materialized.
—Philip Martin, Arkansas Online, 15 June 2025
The raid never materialized, but the effect was clear.
—Kaitlyn Huamani, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2025
The new rules are slated to start in late 2026 — moved up from 2029 — after some lawmakers objected that savings wouldn’t materialize soon enough.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2025
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Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2025
One such rumor emerged in 2009, when the Arkansas Times reported that Sly might appear at the Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival -- a dream booking that never materialized.
—Philip Martin, Arkansas Online, 15 June 2025
The raid never materialized, but the effect was clear.
—Kaitlyn Huamani, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2025
The new rules are slated to start in late 2026 — moved up from 2029 — after some lawmakers objected that savings wouldn’t materialize soon enough.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for materialize
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De Los Reyes began working for Elite Security as a bag-checker at Petco Park during the 2007-08 baseball season.—
Jan Goldsmith,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 June 2025
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The Dodgers initially declined to make any public comment when the raids first began.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2025
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In Albertus’s account, population growth appears as a largely extraneous trigger for the Great Reshuffle, requiring little explanation.—
Michael Albertus,
Foreign Affairs,
24 June 2025
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At a meeting Tuesday morning, Collier County commissioners appeared to have been caught off guard by the state’s plans for the Everglades airfield.—
Skyler Swisher,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 June 2025
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Suddenly Flips First, in diversity of citizenship cases (as here), the federal courts will apply their own procedural rules but they are also required to apply the substantive rules of the state from where the action arises.—
Jay Adkisson,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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Russia has also welcomed the golden share, which again arose during a domestic privatization drive.—
Cecilia Hult,
Fortune,
20 June 2025
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And in some ways, Kelly embodies much of what makes this current Tigers team — one with first-place status and the best record in the American League — tick.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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Endless Summer by Free People Santa Maria maxi dress: $128 This Endless Summer by Free People maxi dress embodies the essence of boho chic with its flowing silhouette and intricate patterns.—
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18 June 2025
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Ali attended Loughborough University, and originates from Ipswich.—
Ali Rampling,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
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One claims that the area’s name originates from the love story between the demigod Hercules and a nymph named Amalfi.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2025
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From backyard games in West Columbia to draft night glory, Cam’s story unfolds across six episodes filled with raw emotion, defining moments, and behind-the-scenes access.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
16 June 2025
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The fragrance then unfolds into a radiant heart of Lavandin, Mahonial®, and Rosyfolia®, to encapsulate sunshine in an endless summer.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Outlook for the region In emerging markets such as those in Southeast Asia where labor costs are low, companies may feel less motivated to boost efficiency through adoption of technology.—
Bernice Ooi,
CNBC,
26 June 2025
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That automation was a strong sticking point in the negotiations is likely representative of the fact that, nationally, unions are paying strong attention to the possibility for emerging technologies, including AI, to disrupt their standard work patterns.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
25 June 2025
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On a broader scale, legislators have expressed frustration for years about high prices — whether for a new college graduate seeking an affordable apartment or for a young family trying to afford a pricier suburb with good schools like West Hartford or Glastonbury.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
22 June 2025
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Ambassadors from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait on Saturday met with Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), to express concerns about the consequences of a U.S. attack.—
Colin Meyn,
The Hill,
22 June 2025
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“Materialize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/materialize. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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