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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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
But some trade experts are dubious that tariffs against Denmark will ever materialize.
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Joseph Choi, The Hill, 14 Jan. 2025
Tesla shares seesawed for weeks after that, and the deal never materialized.
—Lora Kolodny,ari Levy, CNBC, 14 Jan. 2025
Others said they had been promised police escorts to their homes that never materialized.
—Kellen Browning, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2025
Late Sunday, predicted winds had not materialized, allowing firefighters and rescue crews to begin gaining some control.
—Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2025
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Joseph Choi, The Hill, 14 Jan. 2025
Tesla shares seesawed for weeks after that, and the deal never materialized.
—Lora Kolodny,ari Levy, CNBC, 14 Jan. 2025
Others said they had been promised police escorts to their homes that never materialized.
—Kellen Browning, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2025
Late Sunday, predicted winds had not materialized, allowing firefighters and rescue crews to begin gaining some control.
—Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for materialize
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But with the league’s toughest remaining schedule, the true test of their mettle is just beginning.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
26 Jan. 2025
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In late November, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham began a lightning offensive, sweeping out of its enclave in northwestern Syria and seizing Aleppo and other key cities before capturing Damascus.—
Warren P. Strobel,
arkansasonline.com,
26 Jan. 2025
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Trump's decision to exit Afghanistan was finalized in February 2020 as ISIS' global power appeared to be waning.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
19 Jan. 2025
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The 29-year-old Hunt, who has never appeared in an AFC Championship, will play for a chance at the Super Bowl next week against either the Bills or Ravens.—
Jesse Newell,
Kansas City Star,
19 Jan. 2025
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The current version of FSD requires a person to be in the driver’s seat, ready to take control of the car should a problem arise.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN,
28 Jan. 2025
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Try to estimate a potential liability amount that might arise against you.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes,
27 Jan. 2025
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Brown’s work as Darden provides much of the emotional heart of the story; the character embodies the conflicting perspectives in L.A.’s racially stratified communities that swirled around the case.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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Inspired by the romance of Paris—the city of love—this collection embodies the charm and allure that fills its streets.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 Jan. 2025
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The claim originated from a Dec. 22, 2024, Facebook post by SpaceX Fanclub, which is part of the SpaceXMania network of satirical accounts.—
Joedy McCreary,
USA TODAY,
18 Jan. 2025
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Although oud doesn’t originate in the Middle East, it has always been revered in the Arab world and played a significant part in Islamic culture.—
Sable Yong,
Allure,
17 Jan. 2025
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This is how one phishing attack unfolds: Targets receive an email from the official Dropbox email address.—
Perry Carpenter,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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As announcements about game features and potential live services unfold, the anticipation builds for what could likely be a brilliant NASCAR gaming experience.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
23 Jan. 2025
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The production also showcases emerging talents, including young Lucas Heymanns, who delivers a standout performance as Gordo, a drug trafficker and one of the series’ breakout revelations.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
20 Jan. 2025
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As those factors emerged, NBA front-office sources remained steadfast that Flagg was the No. 1 pick.—
Sam Vecenie,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
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Still, many continue to express fears over the potential of losing TikTok.—
Mae Anderson,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Jan. 2025
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Joe Biden, then Vice President, called Ukraine's president Petro Poroshenko, to express the administration's unhappiness.—
Patrick Reevell,
ABC News,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Materialize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/materialize. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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