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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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2
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
Does that sound like someone who is anywhere close to winning something substantial ever again?
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Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026
Being able to drive himself to shows and avoid the expenses associated with sky-high gas prices, a tour bus, and a substantial road crew is a plus for an indie artist.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 19 June 2026
An investigation of that scope would likely have generated substantial records, including investigative reports, emails and financial analyses.
—Daniel Ruetenik, CBS News, 19 June 2026
However, despite the company’s substantial size, it was omitted from the Fortune 500 at the time.
—Cheyann Harris, Fortune, 19 June 2026
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Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026
Being able to drive himself to shows and avoid the expenses associated with sky-high gas prices, a tour bus, and a substantial road crew is a plus for an indie artist.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 19 June 2026
An investigation of that scope would likely have generated substantial records, including investigative reports, emails and financial analyses.
—Daniel Ruetenik, CBS News, 19 June 2026
However, despite the company’s substantial size, it was omitted from the Fortune 500 at the time.
—Cheyann Harris, Fortune, 19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for substantial
Recent Examples of Synonyms for substantial
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The heatwave has been significant enough to prompt major fashion houses to accommodate last-minute schedule changes.—
Laure Guilbault,
Vogue,
23 June 2026
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Damaged coating can cause significant problems, leading to violations of ecological regulations and insurers’ biofoul clauses.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
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The second-largest whale species after blue whales, fin whales are classified as an endangered species, according to NOAA.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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Last week, in interviews with The Times, the leaders of the two largest unions — United Teachers Los Angeles and Service Employees International Union Local 99 — called for Carvalho to be replaced.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2026
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Team Australia players Jacob Italiano and Harry Souttar just received two yellow cards after the referee determined that the match is becoming too physical.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
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Professor Igor Aharonovich said twisting layered materials can produce entirely new physical behaviors.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
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Three other vehicles were all stopped a short distance away, each of which also appeared to have sustained considerable damage, with at least two sets of air bags deployed.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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And the resounding manner of Burnham’s win – comprehensively defeating Reform weeks after Labour was routed in local elections – gives him considerable momentum too.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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The Targaryen civil war has been a bit of a slow burn so far, though both sides of the family have suffered major casualties.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Ismaël Koné, who appeared to suffer a major leg injury during Canada's 6-0 victory against Qatar earlier tonight, will undergo surgery, according to the national team coach, Jesse Marsch.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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In an interview with CBS News Texas, Hernandez said the Latino vote will have a sizable impact on the midterm elections in November.—
Jack Fink,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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Republicans are considering a sizable, $350-billion-plus increase in Defense spending on par with the White House’s budget request that the GOP could pass on its own, through the reconciliation process that allows Senate majority rule over potential objections from Democrats.—
Lisa Mascaro,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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Lieurance’s car was found in the water perhaps as much as 100 feet away from the concrete boat ramp in Joe Bald Park.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle seemed frustrated with the lack of concrete details from the White House – especially because, as many noted, any potential nuclear accord would most likely come through Capitol Hill.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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The Gulf of Masirah was also the most important ASWH habitat.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
19 June 2026
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Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
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“Substantial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/substantial. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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