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substantive

[suhb-stuhn-tiv] / ˈsʌb stən tɪv /
NOUN
nominal
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ADJECTIVE
essential; real
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Example Sentences

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It is true that some laws are substantive and some are remedial, even temporary.

From Slate • May 5, 2026

Ultimately, the fixation on Hasan Piker distracts from more substantive issues.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

The Academy called the requirements a "substantive" change to the rules for the Oscars.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

But actors from all quarters of the profession are still flocking to New York for the kind of substantive material that is becoming harder to come by on screen.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

But Bobby approached with dedication the daunting task of learning many of the substantive ones.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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