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something the matter

 
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matter
part of speech: phrase
definition: a problem or malfunction; something that needs to be fixed or is a cause for concern.
There is something the matter with the toaster. The bread doesn't pop up.There is something the matter with Tina today. She is acting strangely.What's wrong? Is there something the matter?