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also naturalist
as in realistic
closely resembling the object imitated
the movie's volcanic eruption is so naturalistic that it's easy to forget that it all came out of a computer
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Recent Examples of naturalistic
This is either the milieu of an early-nineties sci-fi novel or something close to a naturalistic portrayal of contemporary San Francisco.
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Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
Much steel is going up and a great activity is going on in preparing the grounds with the proper naturalistic setting.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
Though naturalistic and individualized portraits have often been celebrated as a triumph of early Italian masters, this portrait was painted some 1,200 years earlier, in the 1st century AD.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 31 Jan. 2026
Denim brand Ossou has practically perfected the naturalistic look with their array of earthy washes.
—Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
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Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
Much steel is going up and a great activity is going on in preparing the grounds with the proper naturalistic setting.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
Though naturalistic and individualized portraits have often been celebrated as a triumph of early Italian masters, this portrait was painted some 1,200 years earlier, in the 1st century AD.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 31 Jan. 2026
Denim brand Ossou has practically perfected the naturalistic look with their array of earthy washes.
—Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for naturalistic
Adjective
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Practicing realistic scenarios beforehand is essential.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
24 Feb. 2026
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And therefore, the sentences are more realistic.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
24 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Custom drapery can enhance serenity and flow in living spaces, bedrooms and reading nooks, creating an ambience reminiscent of the local coffee shop or bookstore.—
Gretchen M. Stone,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Feb. 2026
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While 10 mice died and some flies didn’t survive, most of the animals came back alive, giving scientists valuable insight into how living organisms cope with spaceflight.—
Monisha Ravisetti,
Space.com,
27 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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This spontaneous journey took me to Andalucía, the southernmost region of the Iberian Peninsula, with natural beauty that unravels like a cinematic masterpiece.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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Whenever and wherever the topic comes up organically or feels natural is best.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
24 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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During a singing performance, its facial expressions appeared strikingly lifelike, showing how expressive robotics continues to evolve.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Imagineers say the figures now have a more lifelike articulated head with silicone skin.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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If glare is a concern, opt for textured works, canvases, or three-dimensional pieces instead.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
23 Feb. 2026
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SpaceBorn United plans to allow fertilization and blastocyst formation to occur for about twenty embryos at a time in a three-dimensional growth medium while the device is in space, after which the embryos will be frozen.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Naturalistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/naturalistic. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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