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substantial

[suhb-stan-shuhl] / səbˈstæn ʃəl /




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But after a brief closed-door hearing, Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Shannon Cooley did not find there was substantial evidence of Ortiz’s mental “incompetence” and ordered criminal proceedings to continue.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

The significant drop in adjusted earnings was attributed to substantial investments in technology and quick commerce businesses.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Flat sales dealt a substantial blow to a housing industry that was counting on a strong spring season to emerge from an extended slump.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

If you’re in a traditional 60/40 portfolio mix, that would mean there’s another two-thirds of your wealth in equities, for a pretty substantial total portfolio.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

He took another step, and just as he was about to reach for her, the smile disappeared and his substantial body crumpled to the floor, landing face-first with a loud thump.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti




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