Definition

Examples

• "Just let me do some research on the matter and I'll get back to you as soon as possible."
• "Bethany : If the matter is not resolved within four business days..."
• "Subject: Re: A very private matter"
• "Donna : It's not a laughing matter, Icarus!"
• "So... I would like to invite you to stop by my office at your earliest convenience to discuss this matter further, as well as to provide you with some more information regarding our policy on terminating employees (I mean that in the non-Arnold Schwarzenneger way)."
• "Polly : Well, first thing in the morning, I read through all my emails and respond to any urgent matters."
• "You've only been alive for a matter of months, but I've already had reports of public indecency, aggressive lullaby singing, diaper throwing, tummy aches, temper tantrums, loud crying and some very serious accusations of milk abuse."
• "Subject: A very private matter"
• "If the matter is not resolved within four business days, I may commence legal proceedings to recover the debt, without further notice to you, and this letter may be tendered in court as evidence of your failure to attempt settlement."
• "There's also a little matter I'd like to discuss with you, but we'll get to that later!"
• "Bruno : I did discuss the matter with my accountant, and it seems I have a bit of cash lying around."
• "Are we really supposed to believe Mr. Warbuckle has gone from gun-toting bear killer to peace-loving animal rights activist in a matter of weeks?"
• "As you can imagine, I have a lot to say on this matter."
• "Bruno : I want your advice on the matter."
• "What are your feelings on the matter, everyone?"
• "However, I was not sure if you share Mr. Cheeter's opinion on this matter, and so I thought I would bring this matter to your attention."
• "-) What's the case number for this matter?"
• "I'm furious and I should report you to the police, but I will take great pleasure in dealing with this matter myself."
• "Why don't you sit down and tell me what the matter is?"
• "Thank you for your cooperation in this matter"