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Definitions

heart of the matter

NOUN

nitty-gritty

Synonyms

STRONG

basics core essence focus fundamentals gist heart kernel meat quintessence reality root soul substance

WEAK

bottom line brass tacks chief part chief thing cold fact essential details essential part hard fact important matter meat and potatoes name of the game nuts and bolts the facts the name of the game

Antonyms

STRONG

exterior exteriority outside surface

Example Sentences

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He thanked the US military and Trump for their "assistance" and moved on to the point that for him is the heart of the matter.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

At the heart of the matter are longstanding rules that cap the number of households one company can reach.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

And then — the heart of the matter — curate a vibe.

From Salon • Nov. 25, 2025

Here's what we know about their agreement to uphold a truce, Trump's role in sealing the deal and the conflict at the heart of the matter.

From Barron's • Oct. 26, 2025

I felt they cut right to the heart of the matter, to the essential rottenness of the world.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt

heart of the matter

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