no matter
"No matter" is a versatile phrase used to indicate indifference or the irrelevance of conditions.
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Definition
B2General
(interjection, informal)Used to indicate that something is unimportant or doesn't make a difference.
Example
- It seems that Doug's coat has gone missing. Oh, well, no matter: we can always buy a new one.
- No matter, this string will do as well as any other.
B2General
(preposition, informal)Used to indicate that something is true or happens regardless of the circumstances.
Example
- He can identify any rock no matter where he finds it.
- She remains calm no matter how stressful the situation is.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "no matter":
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