no matter
Idioms-
It's not important, as in She wasn't home when I came by, but no matter . [Mid-1500s]
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Also, no matter what . Regardless, it makes no difference, as in No matter what I say, she'll do what she likes , or The car must be repaired, no matter what . [Mid-1500s]
Example Sentences
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If the Dodgers do not threepeat, or even if they somehow fail to make the playoffs, no matter.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
But no matter what happens, this quarter has shown that artificial intelligence optimism is widely considered to be the gift that will keep giving.
From Barron's • May 11, 2026
When Salmon is quieter, I say, “You’re part of our family. I love you always, no matter what.”
From Slate • May 10, 2026
Some within the UFO community believe information will be doubted no matter who releases it.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
But the monkeys always managed to breach my system no matter how well I secured it.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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