1
as in case
something that actually exists
preferred a single materiality to a slew of hypotheticals
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2
as in relevance
the fact or state of being pertinent
the materiality of that fact is not in dispute
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as in reality
the quality of being actual
seems to question the very materiality of the universe
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Recent Examples of materiality
Abstract canvases explore nature, the body and materiality.
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Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 5 Mar. 2026
For one, the walls have been restored to their original state and left bare to enhance their materiality and natural tones, while a black Italian herringbone wood floor was laid to reprise the dark ethos of the brand.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026
Its Amsterdam flagship offers a calm architectural environment centered on materiality and ease.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2026
The car as movement, as thing, as cat, as artifact, as register, as passion, as desire, as possession, materiality, metaphor, theory, practice, horizon of understanding, and as a journey across this horizon.
—Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
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Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 5 Mar. 2026
For one, the walls have been restored to their original state and left bare to enhance their materiality and natural tones, while a black Italian herringbone wood floor was laid to reprise the dark ethos of the brand.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026
Its Amsterdam flagship offers a calm architectural environment centered on materiality and ease.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2026
The car as movement, as thing, as cat, as artifact, as register, as passion, as desire, as possession, materiality, metaphor, theory, practice, horizon of understanding, and as a journey across this horizon.
—Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for materiality
Noun
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An October 2025 hearing on the arbitration issue was postponed after Morris pleaded guilty in the criminal case.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Apr. 2026
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Habits of thinking are hard to change quickly, and certainly some hierarchical elements were kept in the process of producing Documenta 14, such as the distinction between curators and curatorial assistants, who in many cases worked with artists more directly on the works commissioned.—
Adam Szymczyk,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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Size now matters less, and success will be determined by relevance to consumers and capital markets, according to the consultancy firm.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
31 Mar. 2026
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The aircraft’s modular design and open avionics architecture allow for rapid integration of new capabilities, ensuring continued relevance.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Mar. 2026
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But, in reality, Hall was always an old-school performer whose like is, these days, quickly vanishing from the scene.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
29 Mar. 2026
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The Fairfield community surrounding Travis Air Force Base knows all too well the realities and uncertainties that come with wartime.—
Kenny Choi,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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In fact, the rookie catcher has made an impressive splash through the first six games of her career, which includes the Storm’s annual five-game spring break trip to Tennessee.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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The fact that none of us got to see it, adds to the majesty and allure of the yeti, right?—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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What the stars wear to the Dolby Theater in March is the culmination of months of business negotiations between talent agencies, stylists and fashion houses, generating millions of views for brands and, when successful, can cement an actor’s relevancy in a fast-moving industry.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
16 Mar. 2026
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He was drafted a few months before president Paul DePodesta and general manager Josh Byrnes took over, but his road could mirror the organization’s return to relevancy.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Materiality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/materiality. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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