They know that, and they're using the uproar over the verdict to paralyze substantive action on any other issue.

These reassurances would not, however, amount to substantive action on the part of the United States.

In response to the recent problems, Mr. Brody and the board have taken substantive action.

But the council still has not selected any cabinet officials and has taken little substantive action on other matters.

In fact, it has taken few substantive actions so far.

Finally, long-term strategic thinking must take place throughout the industry, followed by substantive action.

So the likelihood of Congress taking substantive action on the cable question is slim this year.

The Navy investigated the allegations in 2007 and documented the abuse, but took little substantive action.

Words must be turned into deeds, into substantive action.