Sentence examples for focusing on substance from inspiring English sources

A debate focusing on substance is one of the few remaining chances the candidates have to set themselves apart before the first states begin voting next month.

When asked specifically about student selected components (SSC), eleven medical schools reported offering at least one SSC focusing on substance misuse.

Several studies have investigated the connection between social networks and criminal risk, primarily focusing on substance abuse (Best et al. 2003; Skeem et al. 2009; Staton-Tindall et al. 2007; Andrews et al. 2006; Wilson et al. 2012).

But the public was not focused on substance that night.

Mr. Issa told Politico he would be evenhanded and focused on substance.

And even if they choose to focus on substance, many voters, stifling yawns, will continue focusing on personality.

My plan is to focus on substance and whatever else needs to be done, including fund-raising".

The official said the president planned to talk about the economy and would try to focus on substance, possibly a tall task given the show's format.

"We are committed to building this office the right way and are focused on substance over speed," Mr. Wolin said in an e-mailed statement.

Jim Weir of Fasa, a community organisation based on the Shankill Road, which focuses on substance misuse, self-harm and suicide, works mainly with young men aged between 11 and 25.

Our best bet will be to continue to support negotiations, including a back channel that can focus on substance instead of protocol, as well as economic and cultural exchanges — but backed up by sticks.