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Matter
01
a situation or subject that needs to be dealt with or considered
Examples
Climate change is a pressing matter that requires immediate attention from global leaders.
02
a physical substance that occupies space and exists in every material in the universe
Examples
All objects, whether solid, liquid, or gas, are made of matter.
03
a situation, event, or subject under consideration
04
a difficulty or issue requiring attention
05
written content, especially the text of books, magazines, or similar publications
to matter
01
to be important or have a great effect on someone or something
Intransitive
Examples
It does n't matter what time you arrive; the event will still start at 7 PM.
02
(of a person) to possess importance or influence
Examples
He finally felt like he mattered at work.
03
(of a wound) to discharge pus
Examples
The cut began to matter after a few days.
Lexical Tree
antimatter
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