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as in case
something that actually exists
the ambition to make his dreams a reality
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2
as in existence
the fact of being or of being real
no one denies the reality of electricity, though few people understand it fully
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as in fact
the quality of being actual
the reality of the situation finally dawned on her and she sat down in stunned silence
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as in object
one that has a real and independent existence
you'll need to cope with a whole new set of realities once you've become a parent
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Recent Examples of reality
In the trailer, Crutch introduces his grandkids to the reality of living in NYC.
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Denise Petski, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2025
Next Great Author, the first reality television show for writers which will premiere in 2026.
—Literary Hub, 6 Oct. 2025
For more than a decade, Karlie Redd’s name has been synonymous with reality television spectacle – memes, conflict, and tabloid twists.
—Essence, 6 Oct. 2025
Distance is also the reason that most couples on reality TV dating shows, including Love Island USA, break up, so Lucinda and Isaiah have an uphill battle.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 6 Oct. 2025
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Denise Petski, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2025
Next Great Author, the first reality television show for writers which will premiere in 2026.
—Literary Hub, 6 Oct. 2025
For more than a decade, Karlie Redd’s name has been synonymous with reality television spectacle – memes, conflict, and tabloid twists.
—Essence, 6 Oct. 2025
Distance is also the reason that most couples on reality TV dating shows, including Love Island USA, break up, so Lucinda and Isaiah have an uphill battle.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 6 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reality
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While federal officials maintain that only criminals are being targeted, local advocates and community leaders say lawful residents and families with pending cases have also been detained, deepening fears that the crackdown is casting too wide a net and eroding public trust.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
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Separate from the state case, federal authorities also initiated an investigation into the terrorism charges.—
Jim Riccioli,
jsonline.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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When virtual particle pairs pop into existence at the edge of black holes, sometimes the black hole’s gravity grabs one partner while the other escapes.—
Dipangkar Dutta,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
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In fact, Cheekwood Estate and Gardens directly credits Maxwell House for its existence.—
Austin Hornbostel,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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One of the biggest drivers of the rally in gold is the fact that the US dollar is having one of its worst years in decades.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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In fact, these exclusive deals—which include bedding, outdoor patio furniture, kitchen appliances, and home decor from popular brands like Tommy Bahama, Yankee Candle, Casper, Ninja, and KitchenAid—will disappear at midnight.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Oct. 2025
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Security footage from the bar showed Wallen throw an object over the roof, according to his arrest affidavit.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Oct. 2025
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Keep a distance from water, wet articles, and metal objects.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Ellison has articulated a plan that calls for CBS News to work harder to reach center-left and center-right viewers, and become a place known for facts and truth.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
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Honest truth this goin back and forth about kids is really draining my energy.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
3 Oct. 2025
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Adapted from the 2022 novel of the same name by Laurent Gaudé, Dog 51 unfolds in a dystopian near-future Paris, in which social order is controlled by a mysterious AI entity called Alma.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
6 Oct. 2025
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Thirty entities that received money from the IEDC had connections to an IEDC board member or employee, but only one actually reported their relationship as a potential conflict of interest to the Indiana State Ethics Commission.—
Hayleigh Colombo,
IndyStar,
6 Oct. 2025
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Ellis died at age 39 from heart failure due to alcohol withdrawal syndrome following an ongoing struggle with substance abuse.—
Matt Cabral,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Oct. 2025
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Often sensational in tone and light on substance, these reports typically allege that a company has misstated its financial condition, overstated business prospects, or engaged in improper practices.—
Tim Reynolds,
Fortune,
3 Oct. 2025
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What’s the most rewarding thing for you about being a journalist?—
Nicole Young,
Nashville Tennessean,
5 Oct. 2025
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If things are open deep, Sayin can take shots.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Reality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reality. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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