substantial
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There are many moving parts to consider, but you’ve already accomplished the most difficult task: saving consistently and building substantial retirement assets.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
The government has recently announced substantial investments of public money in energy software company Kraken, self-driving firm Wayve and a UK tech focused investment fund Playground Global.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Messina said he did not intend to increase the offer, saying it gives MPS shareholders "a substantial bonus for a bank undergoing transformation, but with weaknesses".
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
Allen confirmed he is negotiating with lenders over substantial debt payments coming due in the next year, but said he is “highly confident they will get refinanced or extended.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
New Guineans tended to have much more substantial dwellings, more seaworthy boats, and more numerous and more varied utensils than did Australians.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
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