matters

Example Sentences

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Not helping matters is the fact that Congress already is jammed with several bills that many lawmakers want to pass before the recess.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

But what matters is whether a charitable endeavor actually helps people lead better lives, including by escaping poverty.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

They say they "would expect to be informed" on these matters so they could "assess risk" and ensure measures were in place to protect their staff, contractors and the public.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Complicating matters was an earlier-than-usual Memorial Day holiday.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

“Doesn’t matter. What matters is that it’s our problem now, and we can’t even afford this place, never mind that one too.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam