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no matter

idiom
Meaning

you use this to say that something is true or will happen regardless of the situation or person involved.


Origin

disputed origin

Shortened from earlier it makes no matter, it is no matter.

Examples
SIMPLE

No matter what happens, I will be there.

CONTEXTUAL

No matter how hard I try to explain the rules, he still refuses to listen to my advice.

COMPLEX

No matter the obstacles we encounter along the way, we must remain focused on our ultimate objective to ensure the project succeeds.

Last updated April 22, 2026