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as in to begin
to come into existence
the business speculator promised profits that never seemed to materialize
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as in to appear
to come into view
the train station materialized through the fog
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as in to arise
to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly
an unforeseen problem with this project seems to have materialized
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as in to embody
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 materialize
That, of course, didn’t materialize either.
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David Aldridge, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
Concerns about massive traffic diversion to the South Bronx and Staten Island have also not materialized, though the picture is nuanced.
—Sam Schwartz, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2026
Such systems may never materialize as planned.
—Damon Beres, The Atlantic, 5 Jan. 2026
Another prospect is that not all of the cuts materialize — say, the trash fee repeal doesn’t happen — or the field of tax increases thins out, making those that remain more palatable to voters.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
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On the plane, Dick clutches the slingshot and begins sweating and muttering to himself before becoming unresponsive.—
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Numerous reports and videos of thundersnow in downtown Chicago began to roll in after midnight local time.—
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These encounters appear to act like a refueling system, delivering fresh gas that can keep the black hole quietly active for long periods.—
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The video also appeared to depict the officers did not take immediate steps to ensure that Good received emergency medical care after the shooting took place.—
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Cultural, linguistic, and value-based assimilation challenges arise, potentially altering national identities and eroding civilizational confidence.—
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The original postponement announcement stated NASA was monitoring a medical concern that arose Wednesday afternoon.—
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To @bleach37 my husband, thank you for embodying each of these characteristics so beautifully.—
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Unlike more public figures of the regime, Martín operated largely behind the scenes, embodying the financial-intelligence nexus that helped sustain the regime amid sanctions and economic collapse.—
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The project originated from a news story and took shape during a residency at the Museum of Imagined Futures.—
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Fannie Mae and Freddie, which are in government conservatorship, do not originate home loans.—
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Their characters also had a romantic history and a will-they-won't-they dynamic that unfolded amid the ER's chaos.—
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The Legislature’s tax discussions are unfolding in the shadow of a controversial ballot measure proposal to impose a one-time tax on the state’s billionaires.—
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Hyundai Motor Group’s Atlas humanoid robot emerged as a standout winner at CES 2026 in Las Vegas this week, earning the Best Robot award as chosen by global media covering the show.—
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Apart from his on-field performance, Carson has emerged as one of college football’s top earners in the new NIL era, securing lucrative partnerships with brands such as Beats by Dre and Chipotle, according to Front Office Sports.—
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The actress isn't shy about expressing her love for Leach on Instagram.—
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Some nearby residents, including Sue Weston — the owner of Weston Gardens in Bloom, a historic garden located on Anglin Drive — have expressed fierce opposition to the data center.—
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“Materialize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/materialize. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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