heart of the matter
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At the heart of the matter are longstanding rules that cap the number of households one company can reach.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026
And then — the heart of the matter — curate a vibe.
From Salon • Nov. 25, 2025
Here's what we know about their agreement to uphold a truce, Trump's role in sealing the deal and the conflict at the heart of the matter.
From Barron's • Oct. 26, 2025
Issues around tickets, particularly the resale of tickets and touting for in-demand matches, are at the heart of the matter.
From BBC • Oct. 2, 2025
If we go to the heart of the matter, they’re useless even for running errands.
From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende
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