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material

Definition for material

adjective as in bodily, tangible

noun as in written matter

Strongest matches

data, evidence, information, text, work

Strong matches

facts, notes, reading

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These cells are usually known for acting like tiny cleanup crews that remove bacteria, dead cells, and other unwanted material.

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Shortages of skilled workers and materials are a challenge.

“We had just had a kid, and the material was eminently relatable.”

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It was the first time True and her dad, Forest Whitaker, had worked together on an audition, and she said they went through the materials for hours.

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A report from the community development research nonprofit Headwaters Economics found a complete home retrofit using affordable materials costs between $23,000 and $40,000.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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