heart of the matter
Example Sentences
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Legal service providers said at the heart of the matter is upholding due process, protecting children from exploitation and ensuring the federal government follows its own laws.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
At the heart of the matter is actually a question of soccer tactics.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 16, 2026
And then — the heart of the matter — curate a vibe.
From Salon ● Nov. 25, 2025
Clark gets right to the heart of the matter from the jump, writing, “What do you call a scone crossed with a jam cake and a cinnamon roll?”
From Slate ● Oct. 25, 2024
I felt they cut right to the heart of the matter, to the essential rottenness of the world.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
