materializes

verb

Definition of materializesnext
present tense third-person singular of materialize
1
as in begins
to come into existence the business speculator promised profits that never seemed to materialize

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2
as in appears
to come into view the train station materialized through the fog

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3
as in arises
to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly an unforeseen problem with this project seems to have materialized

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4
as in embodies
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 Synonyms for materializes
  1. begins
  2. appears
  3. arises
  4. embodies
  5. starts
  6. unfolds
  7. emerges
  8. shows
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  • The clip begins with each of the sisters sharing whether this was their first or second time watching the movie.
    Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Following a disappointing season, 24 players will become free agents when free agency begins next March.
    Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of begins
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  • These programs were created by statute, and getting new legislation through Congress to significantly reform student loans appears unlikely at this time.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Much of the Dodgers’ roster appears in place, but there is still much to do.
    Fabian Ardaya, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of appears
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  • Scope out other potential suppliers before any trouble arises and share this information with interested buyers to put their mind at ease.
    Lien De Pau, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • To be clear, Alexander-Arnold does still have the license to drift inside when the opportunity arises under Slot.
    Mark Carey, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of arises
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  • Known for her collaborations with Jason Wu and Eileen Fisher, Piazza embodies the ethos of thoughtful creation.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Highlighting their innovative spirit and adaptability, this global initiative features five creatives whose work embodies the fusion of art, function, and technology, and staying on task with MOFT accessories.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of embodies
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  • Behavior Shapes Culture—From the Top Down Creating a culture of courage starts with behavior.
    ByMargie Warrell, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • The Pink Qatari Clay Heritage Ritual is an indulgent 90 minutes, and starts with a body exfoliation with a scrub made from aromatic resins, Epsom salts and frankincense.
    Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of starts
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  • Yet as the story unfolds, Scrooge himself learns the profound value of a pause through his transformative journey with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come.
    Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This cuvée continually unfolds in the glass - this is a memorable wine!
    Tom Hyland, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of unfolds
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  • This outburst ejects powerful jets, seen as filaments shooting out from the binary system, forming loops and trails as the plasma emerges in streamers.
    Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Whatever government emerges from this process will have to figure out how to revive Syria’s economy.
    Karam Shaar, Foreign Affairs, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of emerges
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  • But the study shows luck can be a major factor, too, says Zipple.
    Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The bow itself shows no signs of slowing down for 2025, especially not with high-profile stars like Fanning and Demi Moore wearing them to awards shows.
    Kara Nesvig, Allure, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of shows
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