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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, our cosmic neighborhood is actually a comparatively rare sight.
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Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 16 Apr. 2025
But, in actuality, this is not a concern that you—a reader in 2025—need have, since all internet falsehood was outlawed long ago by the Veracity Resolution of 2135.
—Graham Techler, New Yorker, 8 Apr. 2025
In actuality, many successful businesses start small with entrepreneurs selling from home or offering services part-time.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Gass said that in actuality, the current weather pattern, which began dropping rain into the region on Thursday, is in keeping with how many early spring patterns behave.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2025
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Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 16 Apr. 2025
But, in actuality, this is not a concern that you—a reader in 2025—need have, since all internet falsehood was outlawed long ago by the Veracity Resolution of 2135.
—Graham Techler, New Yorker, 8 Apr. 2025
In actuality, many successful businesses start small with entrepreneurs selling from home or offering services part-time.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Gass said that in actuality, the current weather pattern, which began dropping rain into the region on Thursday, is in keeping with how many early spring patterns behave.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for actuality
Noun
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Charging my Apple Watch every day is the bane of my existence, and despite years of efforts to improve it, the closest that Apple has come is to launch … fast charging?—
Adrienne So,
Wired News,
24 Apr. 2025
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Douma-Sanchez denies the existence of such a video and is seeking to add Chavez as a defendant in the lawsuit.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The trial over a 2016 heist that saw reality star Kim Kardashian robbed at gunpoint is kicking off.—
Juliette Jabkhiro, Makini Brice,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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The prime minister acknowledged this reality in his victory speech on Monday night.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
29 Apr. 2025
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This ease of use was critical to rapid adoption and quick realization of tangible benefits.—
Vivek Vishal,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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In the aftermath of Plan B, Conrad twists the knife, and Fisk has a realization: this is war.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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Across the country in Virginia, where there are more than 350 active missing person cases, Billy Chrimes has been struggling with recruitment since the economic downturn triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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In March, 91% of cases closed by the office were dismissed without an investigation, and 89% were dismissed outright in April, according to internal case data obtained by ProPublica.—
Jennifer Smith Richards,
ProPublica,
2 May 2025
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The board doesn’t have to refer to health problems at all, in fact.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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In fact, the past few years have seen a particular rise in the drag king scene on the island.—
James Factora,
Them.,
22 Apr. 2025
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Highlight their key strengths, skills, and accomplishments.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr.,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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The note then echoes Elon Musk’s recent emails to federal workers and demand that victims justify their productivity by listing their weekly accomplishments.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
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At the top of the corporate ladder, the view is expansive—executives boast seven-figure salaries, high-stakes decision-making power, and recognition for their achievements.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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As with most competitions, schools are evaluated based on both achievement (measured by students' financial wellbeing scores in the game) and engagement (participation rates).—
Alison Griffin,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Domenech’s success highlights the importance of relationships and referrals.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Trump 100 days: Former president's success created measuring stick for future leaders Poll: Trump loses trust on the economy as 100-day mark nears From Trump to Reagan: Their first 100 days Trump promised to improve the economy on Day 1.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Actuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actuality. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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