the real thing
noun
: something that is genuine and not a copy or imitation : something that is truly valuable or important
The diamond turned out to be the real thing.
You've done very well in your training. Let's just hope you're ready for the real thing.
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But nobody confuses Harvard Extension School classes with the real thing.
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Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 23 June 2026
While nothing beats the real thing, our take on beloved Buc-ee's Beaver Nuggets delivers a similar caramel flavor and crunch.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2026
Like, is this Root playing with me, or is this the real thing?
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 21 June 2026
Two years ago, the company showed the Neolun concept, a full-size SUV; the real thing, though reimagined for a more useful purpose, will make its debut later this year.
—Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
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Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 23 June 2026
While nothing beats the real thing, our take on beloved Buc-ee's Beaver Nuggets delivers a similar caramel flavor and crunch.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2026
Like, is this Root playing with me, or is this the real thing?
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 21 June 2026
Two years ago, the company showed the Neolun concept, a full-size SUV; the real thing, though reimagined for a more useful purpose, will make its debut later this year.
—Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for the real thing
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“The real thing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20real%20thing. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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