matter of substance

A matter concerning the merits or critical elements, rather than mere formalities [the party objected because the motion was based on a repealed statute that related to a matter of substance]. Cf. matter of form.

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词条贡献者

资深译员Jeffrey，毕业于一所培养高级翻译以及跨文化事务专家的精英大学，专注翻译各种与建设工程诉讼有关的法律文件。