no matter

ADVERB

regardless

Synonyms

STRONGEST

in spite of regardless

STRONG

anyway despite though withal yet

WEAK

even so even though howbeit nevertheless nonetheless notwithstanding

Example Sentences

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Every week you will be judged on your result and, no matter what philosophy you employ, the fanbase and the people above you will react accordingly.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Hilton said he would cap vehicle registrations at $71 per year no matter the type of car.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

By that point, lawmakers appear to have understood this provision to cover the children of all immigrants no matter their parents’ status.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

“If you’re out there and able to help in any way no matter how big or small please do. Check in on your neighbors. Give what you can. Spread aloha,” he concluded the post.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

The Blue Door is dark no matter what time of the day you visit, and it smells of popcorn and beer.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko