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matter

[mat-er] / ˈmæt ər /








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Some members of Deutsche Telekom’s supervisory board became concerned the donation could expose the parent company to allegations of illegally bribing a foreign government, said people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Enfield Council said it had reported a case of criminal damage to the Met Police at the time of the felling, however it is understood the force has deemed it a civil matter.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The SpaceX IPO order book closes today, according to people familiar with the matter.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Its vast network of high-speed servers ensures smooth, buffer-free viewing no matter where you are.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

No matter what I did, I could never get all of it out.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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