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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And there is also the issue of Panama being unable to qualify for the next round, no matter what happens against England.
From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026
But BP and the Princeton researchers were eager to collaborate, and both Socolow and Pacala said they sought ideas no matter where they came from.
From Salon • Jun. 26, 2026
The real plaintiff goal is to loot Bayer, no matter the plain letter of the law.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026
Haiti’s tournament is over no matter what it does in this game but a point would be its first in a World Cup.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026
Danny did not see a face, no matter how long he stared.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
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