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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

His detractors’ more substantive criticisms are real, even if a bit selective.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

His case for keeping it was procedural rather than substantive: He said there was no need to rush a signal that might have to be reversed.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 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

My popularity there is based on more substantive qualities than physical maturity.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins




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