as in equipment
items needed for the performance of a task or activity
I have all the materials to build the mobile
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Recent Examples of materials
But the fun part is choosing materials, styles, finishes, and personal touches, so make your preferences known during the design phase of the project.
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Julia Mitchem, Architectural Digest, 4 Oct. 2024
His work on the Anderson Residence is seen as an important example of his penchant for organic modernism, which blends midcentury minimalism with materials that reflect nature’s beauty.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
The tent features a removable rainfly for weather versatility, waterproof materials, an internal pocket, and all necessary stakes and guylines.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2024
By Hannah Jackson The collection incorporates two types of materials.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
The materials were written by folks who have a clear passion for the show.
—Rob Wieland, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Plus a shortage of stockpiled materials for upgrades (material requirements will be nerfed for the live build, Blizzard told us).
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
The city's application materials were kept confidential while Louisville was in the running.
—Eleanor McCrary, The Courier-Journal, 4 Oct. 2024
On top of that, finalizing plans, getting permits, and sourcing materials can take months—particularly given current shortages.
—Julia Mitchem, Architectural Digest, 4 Oct. 2024
Julia Mitchem, Architectural Digest, 4 Oct. 2024
His work on the Anderson Residence is seen as an important example of his penchant for organic modernism, which blends midcentury minimalism with materials that reflect nature’s beauty.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
The tent features a removable rainfly for weather versatility, waterproof materials, an internal pocket, and all necessary stakes and guylines.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2024
By Hannah Jackson The collection incorporates two types of materials.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
The materials were written by folks who have a clear passion for the show.
—Rob Wieland, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Plus a shortage of stockpiled materials for upgrades (material requirements will be nerfed for the live build, Blizzard told us).
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
The city's application materials were kept confidential while Louisville was in the running.
—Eleanor McCrary, The Courier-Journal, 4 Oct. 2024
On top of that, finalizing plans, getting permits, and sourcing materials can take months—particularly given current shortages.
—Julia Mitchem, Architectural Digest, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for materials
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The threat of fire starts is so severe that two of the state’s power providers cut off power to thousands of Californians to prevent electrical equipment from sparking flames.CNN.com, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Harris could not even bring herself to say that a person with full male equipment, should not be competing against women in sports.Richard Stacy, The Denver Post, 7 Nov. 2024
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Attractive as the wrapper is, the hardware underneath is even more critical.Dan Carney, Popular Science, 7 Nov. 2024
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The Dodgers quickly chased Cease, came back and disposed of the Padres by winning twice, defeated the Mets in the NLCS and then beat the Yankees in five to win the hardware.Tony Blengino, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Swamp Thing is a TV series for lovers of trash with cult followings, the stuff midnight marathons are made of.Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
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Now people from all over the world send me their stuff.Marni Jameson, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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“Materials.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/materials. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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