unsubstantiality

Definition of unsubstantialitynext

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Noun
  • Based on Alaïa Jade’s public reputation and the structural unsoundness of the bell tower, Smullen thinks an accidental death is likely.
    Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 21 Nov. 2025
  • In looking back at the history of Emtech, the colt who suffered a catastrophic breakdown in Saturday’s eighth race, it was discovered that he was once placed on the Veterinarian’s List because of unsoundness.
    John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2019
Noun
  • Among the Cambodians to exploit the instability was Toek Tik, a once-impoverished former Khmer Rouge foot soldier whose confessions helped investigators substantiate some of their claims against Latchford.
    Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 17 June 2026
  • Edmon said graduating high school can be especially difficult for youth who have experienced foster care and housing instability because many have had to repeatedly adjust to new schools, teachers, and classmates.
    Terrance Friday, CBS News, 17 June 2026
Noun
  • Contact tracing remains an issue due to the area’s remoteness and ongoing insecurity in Ituri province, Mankoula said.
    Wilson Mcmakin, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
  • This mutual insecurity, thriving as underdogs and constantly seeking slights, drives their competitive spirit.
    Ian Nicholas Quillen, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
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“Unsubstantiality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unsubstantiality. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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