be a matter of
Example Sentences
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Nonetheless, with AI becoming increasingly ubiquitous, it might only be a matter of time before most people are taking robot recommendations.
From Barron's • May 12, 2026
U.S. support for Taiwan’s democratic movement used to be a matter of principle.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026
They liked the campaign’s view that if your family has poor health outcomes, it must be a matter of individual failure, whether it’s taking Tylenol or failing to feed kids organic food.
From Salon • May 1, 2026
Professional victim support is essential and "can sometimes even be a matter of life and death" due to the shame, intense fear, despair and constant pressure being so overwhelming.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
Papa himself knew it would only be a matter of time.
From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston
