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as in existence
the fact of being or of being real
the actuality of the Abominable Snowman is not taken seriously by scientists
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as in reality
the quality of being actual
the actuality of equal opportunity depends on more than just having laws that supposedly ensure it
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as in realization
the state of being actual or complete
the actuality of a manned flight to the moon would never have been believed a hundred years ago
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as in case
something that actually exists
these estimated tax revenues, from casinos that have yet to be built, are being treated as actualities
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Recent Examples of actuality
In actuality, though, Drinkwitz told reporters in Columbia his staff is putting a plan together without Moore.
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Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 16 Dec. 2025
The journey on Sankofa just may be the catalyst of that actuality.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 30 Nov. 2025
There are no areas of London that are home to quite that much derelict real estate, after all — in actuality, this kind of territory would soon be rampant with pop-up food trucks and redevelopment.
—Catherine Bray, Variety, 26 Nov. 2025
But Anderson punctures his weed haze with the bright light of a past that in actuality never dimmed, when Lockjaw begins to hunt Pat and Willa.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2025
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Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 16 Dec. 2025
The journey on Sankofa just may be the catalyst of that actuality.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 30 Nov. 2025
There are no areas of London that are home to quite that much derelict real estate, after all — in actuality, this kind of territory would soon be rampant with pop-up food trucks and redevelopment.
—Catherine Bray, Variety, 26 Nov. 2025
But Anderson punctures his weed haze with the bright light of a past that in actuality never dimmed, when Lockjaw begins to hunt Pat and Willa.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for actuality
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While the indirect, astrophysical evidence supporting its existence is overwhelming, all direct detection efforts have come up empty.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Jan. 2026
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How dragons existed in the imagination of both Europe in the Middle Ages and China in the fifth millennium BC, though the cultures were unaware of the other’s existence.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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The disconnect between Netflix’s ambition and its stock performance stems from a clash between long-term strategy and short-term financial realities, according to two entertainment analysts and a corporate lawyer specialized in big takeovers.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
31 Jan. 2026
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Coastal evacuations and severe flooding incidents have become a reality for Milford homeowners.—
Maleena Muzio,
Hartford Courant,
31 Jan. 2026
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That realization led them to launch their 50/50 media equity pledge back in 2022, a commitment to spend equally on men’s and women’s sports media.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
26 Jan. 2026
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This might not seem like such a profound realization for a lion of the festival circuit.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
26 Jan. 2026
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As officials continue to investigate and search for Nancy Guthrie, Walsh emphasizes the important role the public can play in missing persons cases when every second counts.—
Julia Bonavita , Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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The California Governor’s Office, in both cases, denied any impropriety.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Feb. 2026
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This was four years after Epstein had been given an 18-month jail sentence after pleading guilty to charges of soliciting prostitution and soliciting prostitution from someone under 18, but there is no indication that Lang and her father were aware of these facts.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
3 Feb. 2026
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Those of us who have subscribed to your newspaper for decades realize that the truth and facts no longer fit your political agenda.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Feb. 2026
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KidsFest activities will return for Sundays at Petco Park, with select Sundays throughout the home schedule dedicated to saluting different military branches, accomplishments and history.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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While heading to a Pro Bowl is always a great accomplishment, Sanders knows nothing is solidified for his role in 2026.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Many professionals focus on big projects and headline achievements, but research shows that soft skills and visibility strongly influence promotions.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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But the research underscores how school matters across achievement levels — and each day makes a difference.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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Matt Van Komen, one of the tallest players in all of college basketball at 7-4, added 6 points, 8 rebounds and 5 blocks as the Red Wolves struggled to find success in the lane with his presence defensively.—
Michael Harley,
Arkansas Online,
1 Feb. 2026
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After more than a decade of success, the 2000s saw a recession that some thought might spell the end of the space sim genre.—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Actuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actuality. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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