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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
From developing succession plans in advance to determining how to best communicate happenings to stakeholders at all levels, taking a proactive approach can help nonprofits successfully navigate substantial internal changes.
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Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Environmental groups and others in the spring pushed for substantial new energy legislation meant in part to address the growing concerns over cost and reliability.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 July 2025
Still, making any substantial change to testing standards would expose aircraft manufacturers to serious legal risk in the event of an accident.
—Diana Hubbell, Popular Science, 24 July 2025
But the explosion of interest in the experiences business is not without substantial risk, not necessarily from outsiders entering the space (the barrier for entry remains stubbornly high), but from financial and external factors.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 July 2025
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Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Environmental groups and others in the spring pushed for substantial new energy legislation meant in part to address the growing concerns over cost and reliability.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 July 2025
Still, making any substantial change to testing standards would expose aircraft manufacturers to serious legal risk in the event of an accident.
—Diana Hubbell, Popular Science, 24 July 2025
But the explosion of interest in the experiences business is not without substantial risk, not necessarily from outsiders entering the space (the barrier for entry remains stubbornly high), but from financial and external factors.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for substantial
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Though cars remain a significant part of the area’s economy, the region has been steadily diversifying its economic landscape over the past several years.—
William Jones,
Freep.com,
22 July 2025
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Helen Cornelius' success as a performer, songwriter Famously, Cornelius, born Helen Lorene Johnson on December 6, 1941, achieved significant stardom at 33.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
22 July 2025
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The vehicle crashed through a block wall and left a large hole in the side of the building, according to Lee and photos from the scene.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
AZCentral.com,
29 July 2025
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The company also sold off the Iams pet food business; its Duracell battery business and spun off a large portfolio of more than 40 beauty brands, including Clairol and Wella hair coloring and CoverGirl makeup.—
Alexander Coolidge,
The Enquirer,
29 July 2025
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Need to know: Disappearance of Neanderthals Neanderthals inhabited Europe and Asia beginning about 400,000 years ago—but by roughly 40,000 years ago, physical evidence of them vanishes from the archaeological record.—
Margherita Bassi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
21 July 2025
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The brain disorder is caused by the accumulation of excessive cerebrospinal fluid in the brain’s ventricles, leading to a range of cognitive and physical problems, particularly issues with gait, coordination, and bladder control.—
Althea Legaspi,
Rolling Stone,
21 July 2025
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However, there remains a considerable opportunity for AMD.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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There is considerable thought about how talents, including Dowman and Salmon, are guided through, and when new experiences are considered best timed to aid their rise into senior football.—
Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
1 Aug. 2025
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That announcement largely cleared the field of major potential challengers to Rogers.—
Paul Egan,
Freep.com,
27 July 2025
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In 1947: President Harry S. Truman signed the National Security Act 1947, a major piece of legislation that restructured many of the country’s military and intelligence institutions.—
AZCentral.com,
AZCentral.com,
27 July 2025
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Trump’s executive order could have a sizable impact in Texas, which has more commercial truck drivers than any other state in the Union due to its outsized role in U.S.-Mexico trade.—
Emiliano Tahui Gómez,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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However, there are multiple risks and there remains a real possibility that the stock could see a sizable correction.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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However, without concrete progress, European powers are poised to reimpose punitive measures by late August, setting the stage for a high-stakes diplomatic showdown.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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The project included demolition of the old bleachers, installation of the new ones and additional concrete work, Cheatham County School District Communications Director and Grant Writer Tim Adkins previously said.—
Katie Nixon,
The Tennessean,
25 July 2025
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Public outrage at Powell’s solo directorial effort, the disturbing horror Peeping Tom (1960) has since turned to praise and Powell is now considered one of the most important British filmmakers of the 20th century.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
30 July 2025
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Here are some important factors to consider: Availability: Not all providers cover every part of Austin.—
Kara McGinley,
USA Today,
30 July 2025
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“Substantial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/substantial. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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