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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
After Sheen started misusing substances, Cryer noticed Sheen’s razor-sharp performance slipping on the CBS comedy.
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Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Instead of inhaling just burning vegetation, wildland firefighters are increasingly exposed to hazardous and carcinogenic substances, Rahn said.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2025
These are telltale signs that there’s a buildup of bacteria, germs, and other unwanted substances in or on your trash can that can end up spreading to other members of your family while creating an odor that can spread throughout the house along the way.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2025
The Enhanced games will take place in Vegas from May 21 to 24, and will approve performance-enhancing substances approved by the US Food and Drug Administration with strict measures.
—Paras J. Haji, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
In addition to the loss of these substances with processing, commercial chocolate typically has a high sugar and fat content, adding more calories to servings of cocoa.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 11 Sep. 2025
The blaze that ravaged the LA suburb of Altadena in January stopped some 50 feet short of the freelance cinematographer’s home, but its plumes filtered through doors and windows, leaving behind lead and other hazardous substances.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 Sep. 2025
Toxicology showed the presence of alcohol and other substances.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 11 Sep. 2025
Both substances can result from chemical processes on Earth that are driven by microbes.
—Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Instead of inhaling just burning vegetation, wildland firefighters are increasingly exposed to hazardous and carcinogenic substances, Rahn said.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2025
These are telltale signs that there’s a buildup of bacteria, germs, and other unwanted substances in or on your trash can that can end up spreading to other members of your family while creating an odor that can spread throughout the house along the way.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2025
The Enhanced games will take place in Vegas from May 21 to 24, and will approve performance-enhancing substances approved by the US Food and Drug Administration with strict measures.
—Paras J. Haji, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
In addition to the loss of these substances with processing, commercial chocolate typically has a high sugar and fat content, adding more calories to servings of cocoa.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 11 Sep. 2025
The blaze that ravaged the LA suburb of Altadena in January stopped some 50 feet short of the freelance cinematographer’s home, but its plumes filtered through doors and windows, leaving behind lead and other hazardous substances.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 Sep. 2025
Toxicology showed the presence of alcohol and other substances.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 11 Sep. 2025
Both substances can result from chemical processes on Earth that are driven by microbes.
—Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for substances
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Meanwhile, the Enchanted glittered with edible pink shimmer dust, and bursting with fruity, botanical flavors – Grey Goose with watermelon basil essences, vermouth and basil.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
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In 2024, private and public entities invested nearly $2 billion in quantum startups worldwide, a 50% increase over 2023.—
Gil Press,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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But the shadowy entities that created him aren’t satisfied to leave him in peace.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Sep. 2025
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Each of the stars has been subjected to intense scientific scrutiny over recent decades, revealing fascinating insights into their diverse natures.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Tag fighting names are beloved for their chaotic natures, which see multiple characters popping normals, specials, or supers, and Invincible VS is no different.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
9 Aug. 2025
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Attacks on such civilian objects as schools also dramatically increased the vulnerability of children.—
Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Do not approach water, wet objects, or metal items.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Acting is such an exercise in using your body, figuring out what’s working, figuring out what’s not, trying things, not being afraid to try things, taking notes, playing off other people, learning from other people.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
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However, if the latest reports are to be believed, the hatchet has been buried, or at the very least, things are well enough that Queen Camilla would support her husband’s desire to make up with his son.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
12 Sep. 2025
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In a recent interview with The School of Hard Knocks, a popular social-media channel known for interviewing wealthy entrepreneurs, Repole shared his contrarian view on entrepreneurship, emphasizing the brutal realities that most success stories gloss over.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
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The college student explains that her experience opened her eyes to the realities of losing your hair and sense of identity to cancer.—
Michael Nied,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Substances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/substances. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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