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as in essences
the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is
tireless caring and nurturing that was the very substance of maternal love
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as in entities
one that has a real and independent existence
the question of whether the soul is a substance entirely independent of the body
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Recent Examples of substances
Officer Fadil said the rapper had tested positive for illicit substances — including amphetamines, methamphetamine, ketamine, and THC — and he was remanded for two days before his release, per the outlet.
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Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
Sharing a series of photos documenting the painstaking process, the homeowner revealed layers of paint, tar, and other substances that had built up over the years.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Rich in Antioxidants Kiwis are a rich source of antioxidants, substances that protect cells from damage.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 3 Nov. 2025
This list includes hundreds of substances including formaldehyde, many flame retardants, heavy metals such as chromium and lead, bisphenols, and PFAS.
—Sophie Benson, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
His fans show up amped, things get loud, there’s rampant marijuana and other substances floating like confetti, and the entire place transforms into a full-on party.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Both substances have been linked to high risks of lung and gastrointestinal cancers.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 30 Oct. 2025
The Car Keep a can of WD-40 in the garage to quickly remove sticky substances from car surfaces.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2025
Medications, substances and health conditions can all play a role.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2025
Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
Sharing a series of photos documenting the painstaking process, the homeowner revealed layers of paint, tar, and other substances that had built up over the years.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Rich in Antioxidants Kiwis are a rich source of antioxidants, substances that protect cells from damage.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 3 Nov. 2025
This list includes hundreds of substances including formaldehyde, many flame retardants, heavy metals such as chromium and lead, bisphenols, and PFAS.
—Sophie Benson, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
His fans show up amped, things get loud, there’s rampant marijuana and other substances floating like confetti, and the entire place transforms into a full-on party.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Both substances have been linked to high risks of lung and gastrointestinal cancers.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 30 Oct. 2025
The Car Keep a can of WD-40 in the garage to quickly remove sticky substances from car surfaces.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2025
Medications, substances and health conditions can all play a role.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for substances
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Skin care leads the conversation, alongside a growing focus on niche fragrances, refined essences and wellness treatments.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
22 Dec. 2025
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And this year’s lineup is loaded with glow-boosting icons—from milky toners and hydrating essences to overnight masks that make your skin feel like a cloud.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
2 Dec. 2025
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There are thousands of entities across the state that receive property taxes, including school districts, cities, and county governments.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
6 Jan. 2026
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This would affect revenue from any new businesses or entities established within the entire STAR bond district area and any increase in revenue from existing businesses.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2026
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But, as Walken observes, there was strength in those natures that cemented the foundation of Anne and Jerry's relationships.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Oct. 2025
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The track seemed to play on Williams’ fandom for the music icon, while also drawing comparisons between their outspoken natures.—
Sophie Williams,
Billboard,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Keep a distance from tall, isolated trees or other elevated objects.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Each specimen’s unique characteristics reminded him of the patterns and patinas that distinguish the objects at the family’s haveli, or nobleman’s mansion, in the Pink City.—
Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
9 Nov. 2025
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However, Chuba Hubbard’s calf injury in the second quarter of the season opened things up for Dowdle to emerge.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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Jeff Klaiber took those things and molded Lehman into an Olympian, at times pushing boundaries and pushing Lehman to the brink.—
Andrew Carter,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Jan. 2026
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Chromakopia finds Tyler, the Creator grappling with the realities of adulthood, and takes on a distinctly narrative approach.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
7 Nov. 2025
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The reporting seeks to confront the realities of racial injustice, reckon with their enduring effects, and preserve these narratives as part of America’s collective history.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Substances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/substances. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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