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substance

[suhb-stuhns] / ˈsʌb stəns /




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She supports “smart criminal justice reform that actually works,” including boosting diversion programs that dismiss charges for defendants who accept help for substance abuse and other issues, along with specialized drug and mental health courts.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

He said there were two areas where pressure could have been applied - on the substance of the vetting case, and on the speed of the vetting.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

The findings challenge traditional approaches to chemical safety, which typically evaluate one substance at a time and define exposure limits considered safe.

From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026

Friday’s announcement marks the first time such a substance has been authorized for a human trial in the U.S.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

She pulled a small vial from her rucksack and poured two droplets of a clear, glittering substance onto one of its petals.

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega




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