1
as in to begin
to come into existence
the business speculator promised profits that never seemed to materialize
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2
as in to appear
to come into view
the train station materialized through the fog
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3
as in to arise
to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly
an unforeseen problem with this project seems to have materialized
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4
as in to embody
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 materialize
The signal caller would also need to waive his no-trade clause for a trade to even materialize.
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Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
At the time, he was reportedly expected to announce a major investment of at least $2 billion for manufacturing facilities in the country, but the plan never materialized.
—John Liu, CNN, 12 Mar. 2025
The Resistance has not materialized and a grand strategy to stop Trump has not manifested.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 12 Mar. 2025
Rain showers are possible, even if stronger thunderstorms do not materialize, the weather service said.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2025
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Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
At the time, he was reportedly expected to announce a major investment of at least $2 billion for manufacturing facilities in the country, but the plan never materialized.
—John Liu, CNN, 12 Mar. 2025
The Resistance has not materialized and a grand strategy to stop Trump has not manifested.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 12 Mar. 2025
Rain showers are possible, even if stronger thunderstorms do not materialize, the weather service said.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for materialize
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Desir had won 24 consecutive matches to begin the season.—
Alex Kushel,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Mar. 2025
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Companies eager to begin extraction could theoretically do so, by partnering with a U.S. government unrestrained by global seabed mining law.—
Daniel Ackerman,
NPR,
27 Mar. 2025
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Her writing has appeared in Vogue, GQ, Harper’s Bazaar, W, T: The New York Times Style Magazine, WSJ, and System among others.—
Laia Garcia-Furtado,
Vogue,
20 Mar. 2025
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In her reasoning for opposing the spending measure, known as a continuing resolution, Delaney appeared to conflate it with a separate budget process known as reconciliation, in which House Republicans have proposed steep cuts to Medicaid.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
20 Mar. 2025
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Fluoridation was initially smeared as a communist plot against America, Hayes said, and then later fears arose of possible links to cancer, which were refuted through extensive scientific research.—
Brett Kelman,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2025
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And that reluctance and confusion arises, in part, because of just how random the death penalty can be.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
29 Mar. 2025
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While gold will continue to offer stability, predictability, and traditional safe-haven characteristics, Bitcoin will likely embody risk, innovation, and digital transformation.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Brimming with blissfully bare beaches and rolling green hillsides that hide quaint cottages and understated villas, Bequia embodies relaxation.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Mar. 2025
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Stand Downs originated during the Vietnam War as safe retreats where combat units could rest, recover, and enjoy camaraderie in a secure environment.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2025
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The child of Nigerian immigrants living in Britain, Jim says the project is an effort to carve out a musical identity for other first-generation Black Brits whose parents originate from Africa or the Caribbean.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
19 Mar. 2025
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But the bloodshed that unfolded March 6-10 in Latakia and Tartous represents a frightening escalation.—
Chris Massaro,
Fox News,
23 Mar. 2025
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The shooting unfolded outside Latinas Sports Bar in a strip mall, Houston Police Department Assistant Chief James Skelton said during a news conference in front of the establishment, which was cordoned off with police tape.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
23 Mar. 2025
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Having new bidders emerging when teams like the Celtics hit the market is good news for anyone with a vested interest in franchise appreciation.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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There are a few strands in this emerging, important debate to draw out.—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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One such problem is a too-common vocal style that is expressed in guttural growls, making lyrics difficult to decipher — at least for me.—
Mikal Gilmore,
Rolling Stone,
30 Mar. 2025
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The opinions expressed in this article are not intended to replace any professional or expert accounting and/or tax advice whatsoever.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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“Materialize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/materialize. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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