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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 temporal
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 Synonyms for material
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Looking at companies like Elon Musk’s SpaceX, or Palantir Technologies within the software space, investors see Hadrian’s potential to find success with advanced manufacturing, Owens said.Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2024
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These warnings called for the potential of 200 mm (4 inches) of rain in less than 12 hours.Taylor Ward, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
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The barn-style home also includes a ton of space for storing equipment, preparing game, and parking vehicles.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2024
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Most of these new army brigades, all with designations in the 150s, started out as infantry brigades lacking much heavy equipment.David Axe, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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Walgreens, in contrast, doubled down too much on physical drugstores for years.Phil Wahba, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2024
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Examples of physical withdrawal symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle aches, and more, and can deter some people from seeking help for substance use disorder.Josephine Hessert, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2024
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Get best-in-class reporting that's too important to ignore for just $2.50 $1 per month for 1 year.Simon Hill, WIRED, 2 Nov. 2024
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The most important thing to consider is how these voters can be open to different options.Stephen Battaglio, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2024
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Additionally, temporal control techniques like pausing before responding or speaking at a moderate pace can demonstrate thoughtfulness and composure.Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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This exploration of Japan’s distinctive temporal culture aims to be the heart of THE GIFT OF TIME, which views time as a gift from nature nurtured alongside its changing seasons.Nia Bowers, USA TODAY, 26 Oct. 2024
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That’s particularly relevant given that most of the world’s production and consumption of fossil fuels takes place outside the United States and Europe.Dan Ikenson, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Yet optimism prevailed—and the early disappointment paved the way for a far more relevant floor plan.Katherine Burns Olson, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2024
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Over the same time period, the average cost of bodily injury and property damage liability claims was $31,690.Ana Teresa Solá, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2024
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Brittney Leigh Hensley, 37, was arrested by the Ocean Springs police and charged with felony child abuse causing serious bodily harm, according to her online booking record.Emily Palmer, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
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Performers like Williams and Demi Lovato have openly shared similar stories of substance use as a means to cope with the heavy burden of fame.Will Ripley, CNN, 24 Oct. 2024
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But unreachable providers pose major concerns at a time when the nation is grappling with a mental health crisis and patients are seeking timely help with substance abuse disorders or suicidal ideation.Tina Reed, Axios, 24 Oct. 2024
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