substantive

Example Sentences

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Beacon’s Myrow says he isn’t expecting much substantive news to come out of the speech.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

"But I doubt they are anywhere close to creating enough common ground for a serious meeting or substantive talks," he cautioned.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

A few minutes later, Trump reportedly spoke with CNBC’s Joe Kernan and said negotiations had been very intense, and that he hoped the talks could achieve something substantive.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

Mizelle said Slater and her team were instrumental in editing the draft after Woodward presented it, “including adding/deleting specific substantive terms.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

It recommended no substantive changes in housing, employment, or schools.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson