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Substances Meaning in English

word · lemma: substance

/ˈsəbstənsəz/, /ˈsəbstənsɪz/
SUB-stun-siz
/sˈʌbstənsɪz/
SUB-stun-siz

释义

Things that have a physical form, like solids, liquids, or gases. "Substances" often means different types of materials, chemicals, or things you can see and touch.

用法与细微差别

Used mainly in science, medicine, and formal contexts. Common phrases: 'dangerous substances', 'chemical substances', 'illegal substances'. Usually plural when talking about many types; singular for a specific material.

例句

Some substances can be harmful if you touch them.

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Water and salt are both substances.

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Scientists study the properties of different substances.

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The factory was fined for dumping toxic substances into the river.

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Some cleaning products contain strong substances that can irritate your skin.

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Doctors warned the public not to use unknown substances found online.

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