1
as in to begin
to come into existence
the business speculator promised profits that never seemed to materialize
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2
as in to appear
to come into view
the train station materialized through the fog
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3
as in to arise
to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly
an unforeseen problem with this project seems to have materialized
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as in to embody
to represent in visible form
a statue of a grieving woman that seems to materialize the very concept of grief
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Recent Examples of materialize
Swiping, ghosting, and endless conversations that rarely materialize into real-life dates have left people burned out and disillusioned.
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Skye Battles, WIRED, 14 Feb. 2025
Then John Kreese materializes on the deck, kicks a now-dead Dennis down the stairs, and blows up the entire yacht, killing both Silver and himself.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 14 Feb. 2025
An interview with Harris never materialized, while Trump's was released just under two weeks ahead of the election.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
The witnesses that were promised never materialized.
—Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2025
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Skye Battles, WIRED, 14 Feb. 2025
Then John Kreese materializes on the deck, kicks a now-dead Dennis down the stairs, and blows up the entire yacht, killing both Silver and himself.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 14 Feb. 2025
An interview with Harris never materialized, while Trump's was released just under two weeks ahead of the election.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
The witnesses that were promised never materialized.
—Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for materialize
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The Girl Scout Cookie season began on Jan. 7 and typically runs through April, which means Thin Mints and other classics are still available for purchase.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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To define your legacy, begin by reflecting on your core values and what truly matters to you.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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During a scene in the second episode of season 3, which aired on Sunday, Feb. 23, a familiar voice appeared on the other end of a panicked phone call from Jason Isaacs’ Timothy Ratliff.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
24 Feb. 2025
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Ranking the running backs The NFL Draft is more than two months away, but Ashton Jeanty of Boise State already appears a safe bet to be the first running back selected.—
Nick Kosmider,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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Set in the fictional suburb of Erinsborough, Neighbours follows the lives of the residents of Ramsay Street, exploring the dramas, relationships and conflicts that arise among neighbors.—
Gabriela Silva,
TVLine,
21 Feb. 2025
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However, in rare cases, certain complications can arise after the procedure.—
Suchandrima Bhowmik,
Health,
21 Feb. 2025
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These leadership roles embody his dedication to knowledge sharing within the industry.—
Jason Phillips,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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In fact, Saira’s ongoing battle with anxiety is one of the film’s strengths, using the unlimited scope of animation to embody mental illness in a very physical and relatable way.—
David Opie,
IndieWire,
18 Feb. 2025
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Amarone Casks Amarone is an Italian dry red wine, and this single malt was finished in casks originating in Verona.—
David Thomas Tao,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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The original version of the hummingbird cake is believed to have originated in Jamaica in the 1960s.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
23 Feb. 2025
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But this year, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ CEO Bill Kramer is really hoping the drama unfolds only in the Oscar race itself.—
Elizabeth Wagmeister,
CNN,
28 Feb. 2025
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Developments continue to unfold in the mysterious deaths of legendary actor Gene Hackman, his wife, classical musician Betsy Arakawa, and one of their dogs, who were all found dead in their home above downtown Santa Fe.—
The Editors of ARTnews,
ARTnews.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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The chain has been stumbling since filing for bankruptcy in 2019 and has struggled to stay relevant among emerging brands and cheap online options including Shein and Fashion Nova.—
Caroline Petrow-Cohen,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2025
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Since the discovery of the feather and the London and Berlin specimens, additional Archaeopteryx fossils have emerged, all from the Solnhofen region.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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Calarco, who is also the author of Holding It Together: How Women Became America's Safety Net, said women are becoming increasingly aware that even when liberal men express egalitarian beliefs, many of them are willing to abandon them when push comes to shove.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
22 Feb. 2025
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Barker expressed gratitude for the swift response from law enforcement.—
Sasha Pezenik,
ABC News,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Materialize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/materialize. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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