substantial

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However, these countries don’t export substantial volumes of such products to the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

If it retains its reputation as a viable reserve asset for central banks, and if the Iran issue doesn’t ultimately cause substantial economic damage, it could continue a longer-term uptrend.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

The U.S., with its substantial domestic oil production, is unlikely to experience physical shortages in the near term.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

Together, they create a cake that feels balanced — substantial enough to anchor a streusel, light enough to warrant a second slice.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

It has a thriving economy, a growing Latino community, and a substantial black middle class.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander