SINCE 1828
real-life
adjective
\ ˈrē(-ə)l-ˈlīf
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Definition of real-life
: existing or occurring in reality : drawn from or drawing on actual events or situations
real-life problems real-life drama
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real-life
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of real-life
: happening in the real world rather than in a story : happening in the real life of someone
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