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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a substantive" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used in contexts related to law, philosophy, or linguistics to refer to something that has substance or is significant in content.
Example: "The committee discussed a substantive issue that could impact the future of the organization."
Alternatives: "a significant matter" or "a meaningful topic".
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A substantive disagreement.
She declined requests for a substantive interview.
But Robin then adds a substantive component.
There is a substantive point here.
He had a substantive interview in August.
We don't expect a substantive response.
The second, a substantive referendum bill.
Correctly viewed, invention is a substantive concept.
We propose a substantive model of its antecedents and consequences.
To construct a substantive theory of postpartum fatigue.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com