as in authentic
being exactly as appears or as claimed
a bona fide war hero
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Recent Examples of bona fide
The Rooster takes wellness way more seriously: The House of Healing, with its bona fide Ayurvedic treatments, reiki, and Qi Gong sessions, is more about feeling than looking good (though the ila facials are superb and the whole place is aesthetically flawless).
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
The first bona fide scoring opportunity came in the 22nd minute, when a give-and-go from Tash Flint to Yazmeen Ryan resulted in Ryan one-on-one on the left side of the box with Washington keeper Sandy MacIver.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2026
However, despite being a bona fide passion project for Hughes, Troubled Lands, as the collection of Mexican and Cuban stories soon came to be called, would not see the light of day until now.
—Literary Hub, 27 Mar. 2026
Given the company’s argument to the FCC that The View is a bona fide news program, no such notice would be necessary.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 Mar. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
The first bona fide scoring opportunity came in the 22nd minute, when a give-and-go from Tash Flint to Yazmeen Ryan resulted in Ryan one-on-one on the left side of the box with Washington keeper Sandy MacIver.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2026
However, despite being a bona fide passion project for Hughes, Troubled Lands, as the collection of Mexican and Cuban stories soon came to be called, would not see the light of day until now.
—Literary Hub, 27 Mar. 2026
Given the company’s argument to the FCC that The View is a bona fide news program, no such notice would be necessary.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bona fide
Adjective
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Romvari films Sasha’s efforts by combining authentic documentary elements—the adult Sasha’s interviews with real-life psychologists and social workers—and scenes featuring dramatic monologues of a rare poetic sublimity.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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The Pitt stays authentic to healthcare and Pittsburgh Renewed for a third season, The Pitt focuses on emergency department doctors at Allegheny General Hospital, and as Wyle has said in the past, it's based in reality thanks to research and conversation with real-life ER professionals.—
Patrick Damp,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The sterling silver and gold vermeil versions use cubic zirconia, while the 14-karat gold one is made with genuine diamonds.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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The handles are weighted and ergonomic without being bulky, and the heads are thin enough to actually get under food—like a delicate omelet—which is a genuine problem with thicker silicone spatulas.—
Jamie Thilman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In other words, these programs offer actresses real opportunities as well as scenes in which they’re seated at their dressing tables putting on diamond earrings while coping with a situation involving a DNA test.—
Libby Gelman-Waxner,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2026
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Each has hit a real scoring rhythm when their teams need them most.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Stockard Channing and Dianne Wiest are also set to reprise their roles as the eclectic aunts who raised the Owens sisters, always encouraging them to embrace their true magical selves.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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Aid groups say the true toll could be much higher as access to areas of fighting across the vast country remains limited.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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With the intuitive Moon in your sign, your 1st House of Perception asks for honest self-expression without overthinking.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
10 Apr. 2026
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More astute attention to character development, and more honest portrayals of how most of us really live.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The original cost was $510,000 but that's gone up by an additional $75,000 due to import tariffs and taxes.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Due to building restrictions, the team stuck with the original footprint but were able to extend the height 15 feet, making way for more gracious guest rooms.—
Hannah Martin,
Architectural Digest,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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It was found [that] the actual tumor was pretty small.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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The video, which was allegedly posted by an enigmatic pro-Iranian group, claims the embassy was the target, but doesn’t show any actual attack.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2026
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This semester, Figueroa introduced a new curriculum that allows senior students to work toward becoming certified trainers.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2026
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At The Women’s Hospital at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center, our team of OBGYNs and certified nurse midwives provides comprehensive high-risk pregnancy management, characterized by collaboration, innovation, and compassion.—
MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center,
Oc Register,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Bona fide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bona%20fide. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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