1
as in began
to come into existence
the business speculator promised profits that never seemed to materialize
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2
as in appeared
to come into view
the train station materialized through the fog
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as in surfaced
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 embodied
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 materialized
Banijay has been linked to a takeover of the for-sales ITV Studios, but no deal has materialized.
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2025
The third phase materialized over the last year and a half, and delves deeper into origin.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 10 Oct. 2025
Somehow, two sequels have materialized to update the swooshing neon visuals and cartoony renditions of a virtual world.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
His connection to Sony Pictures began decades before the deal ever materialized.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 9 Oct. 2025
But those plans never materialized.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2025
In 2024, high-profile exits at firms like Lamb Weston and Kohl’s occurred amid mounting pressure, while at Boeing, Nike, Stellantis, and Hertz, CEOs departed before an active campaign ever materialized.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
And then, as if conjured, Reznor and Ross materialized out of the smoke to an enthusiastic reception.
—Chris Eggertsen, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2025
The administration has also threatened widespread reduction-in-force efforts at federal agencies, which have so far not materialized.
—Claudia Grisales, NPR, 7 Oct. 2025
Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2025
The third phase materialized over the last year and a half, and delves deeper into origin.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 10 Oct. 2025
Somehow, two sequels have materialized to update the swooshing neon visuals and cartoony renditions of a virtual world.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
His connection to Sony Pictures began decades before the deal ever materialized.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 9 Oct. 2025
But those plans never materialized.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2025
In 2024, high-profile exits at firms like Lamb Weston and Kohl’s occurred amid mounting pressure, while at Boeing, Nike, Stellantis, and Hertz, CEOs departed before an active campaign ever materialized.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
And then, as if conjured, Reznor and Ross materialized out of the smoke to an enthusiastic reception.
—Chris Eggertsen, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2025
The administration has also threatened widespread reduction-in-force efforts at federal agencies, which have so far not materialized.
—Claudia Grisales, NPR, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for materialized
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Merritt began playing at Pulaski Heights more than a decade ago.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Oct. 2025
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Still, determining how the Lachman Fire on New Year’s Eve actually began required painstaking analysis.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
11 Oct. 2025
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Bari Weiss’ television prospects once appeared to be fairly bleak.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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The players were greeting one another following the Chiefs’ 30-17 victory when Detroit’s Brian Branch appeared to snub KC quarterback Patrick Mahomes.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
13 Oct. 2025
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Several videos of him in captivity have surfaced, the most recent in May 2025.—
Itay Stern,
NPR,
13 Oct. 2025
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More evidence surfaced Friday night that Belichick plans to stay at North Carolina.—
Jordan Sigler,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Oct. 2025
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After a 15-year absence, the Virginia duo delivered a masterclass buoyed by Pharrell production that embodied their classic sound for a new era.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
14 Oct. 2025
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The award recognizes filmmakers whose work has illuminated history, inspired public discourse, and deepened cultural understanding — a legacy Burns has embodied throughout his decades-long career.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
14 Oct. 2025
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The sturdy wood vessel lined with a silky white interior originated as a traditional mortuary viewing casket before a midlife career change took it to the stage.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
16 Oct. 2025
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All three originated on different Amazon platforms.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
15 Oct. 2025
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Nonetheless, the bank’s share price has plunged over 20% since the bankruptcy unfolded last month.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
17 Oct. 2025
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Ripa’s story doesn’t end there, as both the co-hosts and Gere then get into how the dinner unfolded.—
Natalia Senanayake,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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The bribery and money laundering charges against Smartmatic arose from an existing case filed last year against some of its current and former executives, including its founder.—
Marshall Cohen,
CNN Money,
17 Oct. 2025
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Oud-Heverlee Leuven’s first goal in their 2-1 win over FC Twente on Wednesday arose from a penalty given after review for handball; Leuven’s players appealed at the time, and replays showed a clear handball.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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Hudson and other board members noted each of the applicants expressed some desire to run next year to remain in the seat.—
Edward McKinnon,
Arkansas Online,
16 Oct. 2025
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Vice Mayor Rhonda Anderson, who proposed the banner design ideas a few weeks ago, expressed optimism that now was the right time to host the interfaith ceremony.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Materialized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/materialized. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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