substance

Example Sentences

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“Also, if there is no clinical data for a substance, and an awareness that the substance has the propensity for harm, that could make it an appropriate placement on the Category 2 list.”

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Profits will rise faster than the price of the substance, often sending shares upward faster than oil futures.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

In his statement, Mills does not address the substance of the allegations, provide any further detail about them or offer a denial.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

"Caffeine is the most widely consumed psychoactive substance in the world, with about 85% of adults in the U.S. using it regularly," said Sabandal, research assistant professor in UTEP's Department of Biological Sciences.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

The Colorado Arts Organization was very impressed by the care and substance you poured into the film, and we wondered if you’d be interested in coming on our radio station to talk to our viewers.

From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon