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also pucka
as in authentic
being exactly as appears or as claimed
wondering whether the old-looking ivory box was pukka—or just something recently manufactured in China
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Recent Examples of pukka
And if my name were Nikki or Bobby, the state of the state would be pukka — sorry, strong.
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Anand Giridharadas, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2016
Anand Giridharadas, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2016
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pukka
Adjective
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Integrity involves being truthful and authentic in one’s words and actions.Mark Travers, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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His dancing is superb and completely authentic as this engagement careens out of his control.Pete Hammond, Deadline, 27 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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It’s commonly assumed that DEI work is only designated for a specific position within leadership or HR, when in reality, genuine DEI is embedded throughout an organization and is beyond a stand-alone role, group or function.Carla Thompson Payton, Essence, 22 Nov. 2024
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Watch on Disney+ Spider-Man While Sam Raimi’s Tobey Maguire-starring Spider-Man movies predate the official MCU, the famed director really set the stage for what that future universe would look like, with its mix of solid storytelling, genuine laughs, and impressive visuals.Jennifer M. Wood, WIRED, 21 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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The struggle is real!), a fur-sucking vacuum cleaner is in order.Malia Griggs, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2024
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Inevitably, this means some patients with real need for pain relief go undertreated or completely untreated.Richard A. Friedman, The Atlantic, 29 Nov. 2024
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This is especially true if a maker has a particular project or range of projects in mind.Bob Beacham, Popular Science, 22 Nov. 2024
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Two things that seem to be in opposition are, ironically, both true: Meals cost too much money, and restaurants should be charging more.Matthew Odam, Austin American-Statesman, 21 Nov. 2024
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This 75-inch smart TV might be the next best thing to installing an actual movie theater in your house.Averi Baudler, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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Others call it perfect for campers, RVs, and anyplace that can use some cozying up, when an actual wood-burning fireplace isn’t practical.Miles Walls, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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“Pukka.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pukka. Accessed 6 Dec. 2024.
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