No matter
conjunction
If you use 'no matter' before a clause or phrase, you mean regardless of.
No matter what happens, I'll always stand by you.
Often appears as...
- no matter what
- no matter how
adverb
If you use 'no matter' in front of a word like 'how' or 'where', you mean in every case or circumstance.
No matter how hard the circumstances, we will continue to strive.
Often appears as...
- no matter how much
- no matter where
phrase
If you use 'no matter' to emphasize a negative characteristic or quality, you mean not at all.
His ideas were no matter how creative, they were not practical for our project.
Often appears as...
- no matter how
- no matter what
conjunction
If you use 'no matter' before a clause or phrase, you mean regardless of.
No matter what happens, I'll always stand by you.
Often appears as...
- no matter what
- no matter how
adverb
If you use 'no matter' in front of a word like 'how' or 'where', you mean in every case or circumstance.
No matter how hard the circumstances, we will continue to strive.
Often appears as...
- no matter how much
- no matter where
phrase
If you use 'no matter' to emphasize a negative characteristic or quality, you mean not at all.
His ideas were no matter how creative, they were not practical for our project.
Often appears as...
- no matter how
- no matter what
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Emphasis on Commitment
Use 'no matter' to stress unwavering support or determination in face of any circumstances.
No matter the challenges, we will finish the project on time.
Pro Tip 2/3Common Affirmation
'No matter what' is a popular phrase to show unconditional support or certainty.
No matter what, I will attend your wedding.
Pro Tip 3/3Contrast Highlighting
Use 'no matter' followed by a contrasting clause to underline a point unaffected by conditions.
No matter the cost, the safety measures must be implemented.
Pro Tip 1/3Emphasis on Commitment
Use 'no matter' to stress unwavering support or determination in face of any circumstances.
No matter the challenges, we will finish the project on time.
Pro Tip 2/3Common Affirmation
'No matter what' is a popular phrase to show unconditional support or certainty.
No matter what, I will attend your wedding.
Pro Tip 3/3Contrast Highlighting
Use 'no matter' followed by a contrasting clause to underline a point unaffected by conditions.
No matter the cost, the safety measures must be implemented.
Pro Tip 1/3Emphasis on Commitment
Use 'no matter' to stress unwavering support or determination in face of any circumstances.
No matter the challenges, we will finish the project on time.
Pro Tip 2/3Common Affirmation
'No matter what' is a popular phrase to show unconditional support or certainty.
No matter what, I will attend your wedding.
Pro Tip 3/3Contrast Highlighting
Use 'no matter' followed by a contrasting clause to underline a point unaffected by conditions.
No matter the cost, the safety measures must be implemented.
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