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as in significant
having great meaning or lasting effect
substantial changes to the school dress code that made a lot of people unhappy
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as in large
of a size greater than average of its kind
the amount he inherited was quite substantial, so he quit his job and set out to see the world
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as in physical
relating to or composed of matter
the Land of Oz turned out to be a world of dreams, even less substantial than a rainbow
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as in considerable
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
there's been a substantial increase in attendance at girls' volleyball games ever since the start of their winning streak
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Recent Examples of substantial
This may impose substantial financial and emotional costs on their owners.
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Simon F. Haeder, The Conversation, 14 Jan. 2025
In addition, some programs, including MIT Sloan and NYU Stern, have recently introduced test-optional policies or alternatives like Executive Assessment (EA) scores for candidates with substantial work experience.
—Gerald Bradshaw, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
An impressive showing could have landed a substantial free-agent deal.
—Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 14 Jan. 2025
If the incoming Trump administration cuts or reduces military and financial assistance to Ukraine, a coalition led by, say, Poland could bankroll the Ukrainian resistance to Russia’s aggression but would still struggle to fully compensate for any substantial loss of U.S. funding.
—Erik Jones, Foreign Affairs, 13 Jan. 2025
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Simon F. Haeder, The Conversation, 14 Jan. 2025
In addition, some programs, including MIT Sloan and NYU Stern, have recently introduced test-optional policies or alternatives like Executive Assessment (EA) scores for candidates with substantial work experience.
—Gerald Bradshaw, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
An impressive showing could have landed a substantial free-agent deal.
—Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 14 Jan. 2025
If the incoming Trump administration cuts or reduces military and financial assistance to Ukraine, a coalition led by, say, Poland could bankroll the Ukrainian resistance to Russia’s aggression but would still struggle to fully compensate for any substantial loss of U.S. funding.
—Erik Jones, Foreign Affairs, 13 Jan. 2025
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In leadership, this truth is even more significant.Chris Schembra, Rolling Stone, 10 Jan. 2025
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The area is also home to several national parks and a section of legendary St. Olav’s Way, a historic pilgrimage trail considered the most significant pilgrimage site in the Nordics.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Hamas has come under overwhelming pressure from Israel’s invasion of Gaza’s largest cities and towns and seizure of the border between Gaza and Egypt.Samy Magdy, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
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Moviegoers without a custom container can get a $5 extra large popcorn at the concession stand, Cinemark said.Tanasia Kenney, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Jan. 2025
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Residents and firefighters have suffered physical injuries, but doctors say the wildfires can also take a heavy mental health toll on civilians and first responders.Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 10 Jan. 2025
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Common goals may be to get a handle on your anxiety, address the trauma that’s holding you back, improve your physical health, or find emotional balance.Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
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These bright spots indicate that while retail pharmacies face challenges, there are also considerable opportunities for growth and innovation in the industry.Greg Samios, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Officials expect that the heavy winds that fanned the flames will ease up on Wednesday evening, but dry conditions in Southern California mean even winds at lower speeds pose a considerable threat.Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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As a computer science major, Brown developed an app to bring the idea to life.Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 15 Jan. 2025
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The bill is currently only meant to cover hotels, restaurants and private sites, but could eventually extend to goods and services, including reviews left on major international sites like Amazon.Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN, 15 Jan. 2025
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Why is there such a sizable difference in NET despite how much stronger the schedule and victories have been for Teams B and D?Mark Schindler, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
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Several Republican members of Congress will also attend, but a sizable number of congressional Democrats are planning to skip Trump’s swearing in—including former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi.Nik Popli, TIME, 17 Jan. 2025
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That balance allows this movie to exist in the compellingly liminal space between concrete and imagined worlds.David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 14 Jan. 2025
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The bottom 6 inches of a home should be built with brick, concrete or other non-flammable materials.Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2025
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Customizable options, such as adjustable waistbands will also be important.Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Jan. 2025
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This process delays prosecutors who are racing against the clock, potentially jeopardizing important cases.Zellnor Myrie, New York Daily News, 7 Jan. 2025
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“Substantial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/substantial. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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