1
as in genuine
being exactly as appears or as claimed
this shirt is real silk, not polyester
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2
as in actual
existing in fact and not merely as a possibility
asked her parents if the Tooth Fairy was real
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as in true
free from any intent to deceive or impress others
real folk who don't put on airs
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as in very
to a great degree
this fish tastes real good
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Recent Examples of real
Chris Willman, Variety, 14 June 2025
That’s the real opportunity for the industry today.
—Shahar Man, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
Tax Notes Staff, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
The real exciting aspect for more moderate sports fans or conversely more moderate entertainment fans is the bundle pricing.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 13 May 2025
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Adjective
His journey out of that, and commitment to being real in discussing it, makes for a contrast with the Michael Tait scandal now running through the Christian music world, as evidence that, yes, even Christian music stars can confront and confess their demons, before public duress demands it.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 14 June 2025
That’s the real opportunity for the industry today.
—Shahar Man, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
Adverb
There's no real clear idea on what's durable, what's not, what's up for negotiation, what's not.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
The real exciting aspect for more moderate sports fans or conversely more moderate entertainment fans is the bundle pricing.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for real
Adjective
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Learning to be resilient from the inside out is essential for developing genuine capacity and successfully navigating challenging times.—
Melissa Cidado,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Being transparent in this way helps build trust and demonstrates a genuine dedication to improvement.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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Rather, while some roads saw some minor flooding, the heaviest bands of rain stayed offshore, lessening the chances for actual flooding.—
Abigail Hasebroock,
Sun Sentinel,
4 June 2025
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Only 41% of brands surveyed revealed their wage policies, and just 24% provided data on the actual wages paid throughout their supply chains.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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Born in Seattle, Schmetzer was a true two-way midfielder as a player with defensive steel and an eye for creating chances.—
Jeff Rueter,
New York Times,
8 June 2025
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The film also stars Yul Vazquez, Ashlie Atkinson and Spencer Watson. Co-written by Greengrass and Brad Inglesby, The Lost Bus is inspired by true events featured in Lizzie Johnson’s 2021 book Paradise: One Town’s Struggle to Survive an American Wildfire.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
8 June 2025
Adverb
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The film’s topic is very relevant today, as minorities all over the world face threats of harassment and sometimes their very extermination.—
Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
7 June 2025
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King Charles is very sick, and there are reports that succession plans are already underway.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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Another mid-day favorite is Olives, an authentic Greek taverna owned by Nick and Gayle Mourgides.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
14 June 2025
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Buyers can choose between two authentic paint colors reminiscent of the 1980s: Agave Green Solid and Colorado Beige Solid.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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In turn, Bivins brought in another friend to execute the deadly plot, according to an FBI criminal complaint and the factual statement filed with his plea agreement.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2025
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Have three response templates ready: factual correction for misinformation, values reaffirmation for criticism, and security protocol for threats.—
Gillian Oakenfull,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott emphasized that the city's drinking water remains unaffected by the spill.—
Barney Henderson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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The administration’s alternate pathways to imposing its tariffs and avoid legal scrutiny could include using Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, which was unaffected by the court’s ruling.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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How can leaders conduct honest conversations without inspiring defensiveness, denial, or backlash?—
Lauren Howe,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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One of those fans, apparently, is singer Ciara, who recently urged the Harlem artist to make Lampkin an honest women after running into the rapper in the BET Awards press room this weekend.—
Jessica Bennett,
VIBE.com,
9 June 2025
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“Real.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/real. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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