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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Health providers see this scenario playing out no matter what the Supreme Court finally decides.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

“This is my favorite place in the world, no matter what the crowds are like,” he said before pedaling off.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

As a moment captured in time, that was him, adapting to circumstances, no matter what they were.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

“Live by two words: tenacity and gratitude. Tenacity will get you where you want to go, and gratitude will make you enjoy the journey, no matter how bumpy.”

From Salon • May 16, 2026

But the monkeys always managed to breach my system no matter how well I secured it.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo