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as in potential
the basic elements from which something can be developed
she's clearly movie star material
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as in equipment
usually materials plural
items needed for the performance of a task or activity
I have all the materials to build the mobile
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as in physical
relating to or composed of matter
there's no material evidence, such as a dead body, that a murder has been committed
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as in important
having great meaning or lasting effect
there's no material difference between the two designs for the skyscraper: one's as bad as the other
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as in mundane
having to do with life on earth especially as opposed to that in heaven
people who worry more about material concerns than about spiritual ones
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as in relevant
having to do with the matter at hand
that information, while fascinating, is not material to our discussion
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as in bodily
of or relating to the human body
material needs such as food and warmth
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Recent Examples of material
James Hill,
ABC News,
25 June 2026
Both sets of projects sit under the larger umbrella of responsible procurement, which includes new raw materials procurement guidelines that set criteria for preferred materials beyond greenhouse gas emissions.
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Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
25 June 2026
Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
17 June 2026
Holland said the ban would also have a material effect on her older clients such as presenter and creator GK Barry, but that the main concern was the uncertainty around younger content makers.
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Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
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Noun
However, the department faced criticism from some lawmakers who questioned whether the department has violated the act by withholding some materials and missing the deadline to release the files.
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James Hill,
ABC News,
25 June 2026
Both sets of projects sit under the larger umbrella of responsible procurement, which includes new raw materials procurement guidelines that set criteria for preferred materials beyond greenhouse gas emissions.
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Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
25 June 2026
Adjective
Second to consider is material.
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Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
17 June 2026
Holland said the ban would also have a material effect on her older clients such as presenter and creator GK Barry, but that the main concern was the uncertainty around younger content makers.
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Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for material
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Organizers had urged attendees earlier in the day Sunday to monitor conditions closely as forecasts called for the potential of severe thunderstorms across DC.
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The act of focusing intently on an object—a holy name, a mantra, the Eucharist—has the potential to transform a person’s desires.
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El Salvador President Nayib Bukele said 300 rescuers and paramedics, along with 50 tons of equipment, medicines and essential supplies, were ready to depart for Caracas.
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Drivers wear vests which pump cooling liquid through a network of tubes, linked to pumping equipment inside the car.
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Balogun crashed into Bosnia’s Tarik Muharemović, landing his foot on top of Muharemović’s during the physical match.
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Hawaiian Tropic’s zinc oxide formula, a physical UV blocker, brushes on with a matte, translucent finish and leaves no white cast on most skin tones.
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To address those concerns, Hulls has committed roughly $15 million to establish the Good Luck Fund, which acquires and preserves properties considered important to the community.
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What are the most important values of the community that the superintendent must honor regardless of pressure or politics?
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Now, new research may rewrite the definition of these planets that make the solar system look a little bit mundane.
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However, Mamdani wasted no time putting his stamp on the relatively small Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME), which is tasked with comparatively mundane administrative duties of issuing shooting permits to film and TV productions.
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Its binding values of labor and community remain relevant, even if today’s Hollywood rarely speaks to them.
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Each organization will continue to be led by a management team with deep industry experience that will benefit from focused strategic priorities and the ability to pursue opportunities most relevant to their businesses.
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Keller police said Michael Mango of Ferris was speeding and arrested him on suspicion of intoxication assault with a vehicle causing serious bodily injury.
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Riverside County Sheriff’s Glynn Wilburn was charged with gross vehicular manslaughter, felony reckless driving causing serious injury and great bodily injury enhancement, according to a June 18 release from the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office.
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Haney painted the prosecution’s case as heavy on circumstance but light on substance.
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Public relations first, substance second and winning will magically come if the baseball gods grant it.
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“Material.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/material. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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