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
JSTOR Daily, 17 Oct. 2025
That firm typically handles routine matters for the district but is also listed in court documents as representing the district in the book removal case.
—Ann Schimke, Denver Post, 16 Oct. 2025
Exposure to such content also deteriorates her audience’s ability to form beliefs on the basis of the evidence and primes them for skepticism toward consequential matters like vaccines and medicine.
—Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
Stamberg's stories and segments over the decades spanned the human experience, from examining matters of state to illuminating pointillist details of artistic achievement.
—David Folkenflik, NPR, 16 Oct. 2025
The spokesperson said the university does not comment on personnel matters.
—Minyvonne Burke, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2025
Federal cases can take years to resolve, but an extended shutdown could exacerbate delays, leaving key public health matters in limbo.
—Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 16 Oct. 2025
Prepare, But Don’t Memorize Preparation matters.
—Nathan Green, Rolling Stone, 16 Oct. 2025
And the Patriots’ hot start matters.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 17 Oct. 2025
Every last detail matters to her.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025
That’s a little moment that matters so much against a team like Milwaukee.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Because mass participation matters more than militancy.
—Nancy Gibbs, Time, 17 Oct. 2025
In supporting categories, passion matters more than consensus.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
As the centerpiece in Philly's defensive front, Carter’s presence matters for several reasons.
—Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Whether the rules change or not, what really matters is what investors demand — and what markets are willing to tolerate.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2025
Money matters — so make the most of it.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2025
Noun
The district court shall hear and determine such matters immediately after the filing of such application.
—JSTOR Daily, 17 Oct. 2025
That firm typically handles routine matters for the district but is also listed in court documents as representing the district in the book removal case.
—Ann Schimke, Denver Post, 16 Oct. 2025
Exposure to such content also deteriorates her audience’s ability to form beliefs on the basis of the evidence and primes them for skepticism toward consequential matters like vaccines and medicine.
—Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
Stamberg's stories and segments over the decades spanned the human experience, from examining matters of state to illuminating pointillist details of artistic achievement.
—David Folkenflik, NPR, 16 Oct. 2025
The spokesperson said the university does not comment on personnel matters.
—Minyvonne Burke, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2025
Federal cases can take years to resolve, but an extended shutdown could exacerbate delays, leaving key public health matters in limbo.
—Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 16 Oct. 2025
Prepare, But Don’t Memorize Preparation matters.
—Nathan Green, Rolling Stone, 16 Oct. 2025
And the Patriots’ hot start matters.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
Exercising can help people with diabetes lower their blood sugar levels and increase insulin sensitivity, but the timing of exercise also matters.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 17 Oct. 2025
Every last detail matters to her.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025
That’s a little moment that matters so much against a team like Milwaukee.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Because mass participation matters more than militancy.
—Nancy Gibbs, Time, 17 Oct. 2025
In supporting categories, passion matters more than consensus.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
As the centerpiece in Philly's defensive front, Carter’s presence matters for several reasons.
—Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Whether the rules change or not, what really matters is what investors demand — and what markets are willing to tolerate.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2025
Money matters — so make the most of it.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for matters
Noun
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Oct. 2025
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The forum’s dozen sessions span topics including variety formats, IP development and AI applications.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Wiser people don’t just look away from things that are unpleasant, especially not when the stakes are high.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
18 Oct. 2025
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In addition, a stranger will come to town that will shake things up for Sharon and recontextualize both her past and her present.—
Alamin Yohannes,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This worldwide effort mails free, high-quality, age-appropriate books to children under age 5 every month, with a goal of sparking a lifetime love of reading.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
12 Oct. 2025
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In the past, only elite researchers had access to their genetic fingerprints, but now personal genotyping is available to anyone who orders the service online and mails in a spit sample.—
Merrill Fabry,
Time,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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His crossing caused problems all evening and led to the opening goal for Munoz before a superb drag back and cross with the outside of his boot was met by Eddie Nketiah to double Palace’s lead.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Directed by Aziz Ansari and co-starring Seth Rogen and Keke Palmer, the movie casts Reeves as a guardian angel who loses his wings while trying to teach a human that money doesn’t solve one’s problems.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Which means the vagaries of late October are pretty familiar for this franchise and the bulk of these players.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
17 Oct. 2025
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That means busting into the paint and kicking out from there.—
Fred Katz,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Meyer-Harley’s son has already begun working through his reading list, starting with by Madeleine L’Engle—a classic that has faced multiple challenges over the years due to its themes of magic and religion.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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In the interview below, Cahn dives deeper into her process for creating The Diplomat and weighs in on some of the biggest Season 3 themes.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
18 Oct. 2025
Noun
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His monthly Inside China column explores the issues that shape discussions and understanding about Chinese innovation, providing fresh perspectives not found elsewhere.—
Ni Tao,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Oct. 2025
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Many factory owners have fled or been imprisoned following the regime change last August, and the sector continues to grapple with unresolved regulatory and financial issues.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
20 Oct. 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 21 Oct. 2025.
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