substance in

Frequency: 5.04.9 per million words

truth or basis in a claim or story

substancePREPOSITION (meaning: important content)

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Examples (10)

  • There seems to be some substance in her accusations.
  • While the rumors are widespread, I can't find any substance in them.
  • The detective looked for substance in the witness's testimony.
  • He tried to give substance in his argument, but it lacked evidence.
  • Is there any substance in the claim that the company is in financial trouble?
  • She hoped to find substance in the ancient text.
  • The lawyer argued that there was no substance in the opposing side's case.
  • Despite the gossip, there was little substance in the allegations.
  • We need to find some substance in this theory to pursue it further.
  • The journalist sought factual substance in the leaked documents.