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Wordabulary

matter

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Noun A1 Beginner

Quick answer

A subject or situation that people think about or deal with, or, in a different sense, the physical substance that makes up everything around us.

"The manager said she would look into the matter right away."

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Which word fits the gap? "The manager said she would look into the _____ right away."

Answer: matter

In your own words, what does "matter" mean?

A subject or situation that people think about or deal with, or, in a different sense, the physical substance that makes up everything around us.

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