mattered

Example Sentences

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The indictment of British rule mattered more at the time than the preamble.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

They’re snapshots of what you did, why it mattered and how your beliefs influenced your actions.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

That day had to be Monday night, the only day that mattered for a Lakers team on the brink of elimination.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Others argued that lowering prices or creating jobs mattered more than direct transfers.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

But it wasn’t the only thing that mattered.

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu