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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, cyber risk failures are privacy failures.
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Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
In actuality, the Eureka machine, as the Quaker polymath called it, was a physical prototype of Swift’s knowledge engine.
—Literary Hub, 21 Jan. 2026
In actuality, though, Lightning & Thunder sang with Pearl Jam as part of their encore, when the band played Milwaukee’s Summerfest on July 8, 1995.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
In actuality, though, Drinkwitz told reporters in Columbia his staff is putting a plan together without Moore.
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 16 Dec. 2025
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Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
In actuality, the Eureka machine, as the Quaker polymath called it, was a physical prototype of Swift’s knowledge engine.
—Literary Hub, 21 Jan. 2026
In actuality, though, Lightning & Thunder sang with Pearl Jam as part of their encore, when the band played Milwaukee’s Summerfest on July 8, 1995.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
In actuality, though, Drinkwitz told reporters in Columbia his staff is putting a plan together without Moore.
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 16 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for actuality
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Wilson said the hut is maintained and cleaned by the organizations themselves and has been in existence for many years, providing a welcoming space for the community.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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Republicans members of Congress from Miami have watched the emergence of a private sector on the island with suspicion, at times even denying its existence.—
Nora Gamez Torres,
Miami Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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While washing separate loads of darks, lights, kitchen, and bath towels is the professional launderer’s goal, in reality, running that many separate loads isn’t always practical or easy to pack into an already busy schedule.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
21 Feb. 2026
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In reality, the effect a low-gravity environment would have on the human body over time would be withering.—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
21 Feb. 2026
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Riley finally is coming home, returning Sunday with the unveiling of a long overdue statue in whose bronze reflection a couple of wistful realizations can be found.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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The realization that the tax is imposed on the sale of all properties over the $5 million threshold including apartments, commercial and industrial properties, led almost immediately to buyer’s remorse among the city’s political elite.—
Jon Coupal,
Oc Register,
21 Feb. 2026
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Magistrate Andy Cheng said Kwok’s case was a serious one under the national security law and had nothing to do with family ties.—
Reuters 7 hr ago,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
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Scott Quigley — a key investigator in the Phan murder case — and a wheelchair‑accessible van operated by the nonprofit Bridgewell leaves 37‑year‑old special‑needs passenger Angelo Schettino seriously injured.—
Aaron Curtis,
Boston Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
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In fact, a drug and immigration enforcement operation in Adams County resulted in the arrest of dozens of Tren de Aragua gang members running a makeshift nightclub where weapons, cash, and drugs, including cocaine and Tusi, were seized.—
Gabe Evans,
Denver Post,
25 Feb. 2026
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But the facts, for USC, are pretty grim at this point.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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Beyond her many career accomplishments on snow, Diggins has repeatedly emphasized that personal growth, maintaining good mental health and building strong relationships with teammates are what count most.—
Pien Huang,
NPR,
23 Feb. 2026
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But all that striving for accomplishment may cost women a great deal.—
Faith Hill,
The Atlantic,
23 Feb. 2026
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Later in the evening, Donna Langley, chair of Universal Pictures, was awarded the BAFTA Fellowship — the ceremony’s equivalent of a lifetime achievement award — for her contributions to the film industry.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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These initial achievements underscored Ashton’s dedication to excellence and his inherent leadership skills.—
Will Jones,
Sacbee.com,
23 Feb. 2026
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Contreras sees situational awareness as the key to ABS success.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
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Both owe a lot of their success and development to Pomona assistant coach Ben Barrows, Derek’s biological dad and Kalob’s adopted dad.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
22 Feb. 2026
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“Actuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actuality. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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