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Recent Examples of real-world
Maybe The Audacity is even trying, in its own way, to effect real-world change.
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Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2026
The organization has recently rolled out a new field conservation strategy focused on connecting scientific research with real-world action.
—Alex Lehnert, CBS News, 10 Apr. 2026
In light of all this, Polymarket appearing in Google News is a major victory for the prediction platform — rubber-stamping its image as an authority on developing real-world events right alongside genuine real publishers of journalism.
—Frank Landymore, Futurism, 9 Apr. 2026
While Kerbal incorporates a lot of advanced concepts that real-world astronauts actually grapple with, it's also delivered in a goofy, approachable shell (the eponymous Kerbals are closer to Minions than real people) that's been key to luring in newcomers.
—Alan Bradley, Space.com, 9 Apr. 2026
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Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2026
The organization has recently rolled out a new field conservation strategy focused on connecting scientific research with real-world action.
—Alex Lehnert, CBS News, 10 Apr. 2026
In light of all this, Polymarket appearing in Google News is a major victory for the prediction platform — rubber-stamping its image as an authority on developing real-world events right alongside genuine real publishers of journalism.
—Frank Landymore, Futurism, 9 Apr. 2026
While Kerbal incorporates a lot of advanced concepts that real-world astronauts actually grapple with, it's also delivered in a goofy, approachable shell (the eponymous Kerbals are closer to Minions than real people) that's been key to luring in newcomers.
—Alan Bradley, Space.com, 9 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for real-world
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The Jackson Five find success; then, in the late seventies, the adult Michael (played, with extraordinary flair, by Jaafar Jackson, Michael’s real-life nephew) seeks a solo career—and confronts Joe’s domineering maneuvers.—
Sheldon Pearce,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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And while there are multiple sequences showcasing Michael (played by his real-life nephew Jaafar Jackson) frolicking with his beloved chimpanzee Bubbles, the allegations of pedophilia against MJ are never once mentioned.—
Chris Lee,
Vulture,
24 Apr. 2026
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But there is a point where the prediction shapes and manipulates the actual outcome.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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There are actual green onions, peppers, and lots of sausage in there.—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Apr. 2026
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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
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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
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From 1935 to 1938, Temple was the biggest box office draw in the world, filling more seats in theaters than leading man Clark Gable and bona fide superstars like Joan Crawford and Greta Garbo.—
Michelle Duncan,
Architectural Digest,
17 Apr. 2026
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My mom is a bona fide mule fan, and this pair caught her eye for its plentiful five-star ratings, casual yet elevated feel, and springtime vibes.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
12 Apr. 2026
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That's just not factual; here's what scientists really know.—
Zoe Mintz,
CBS News,
19 Apr. 2026
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In other words, the life-writer cannot take a doggedly factual approach that ignores a whole layer of emotional and imaginative experience.—
Sara Wheeler,
Big Think,
17 Apr. 2026
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Fortunately, there are a number of effective methods for controlling them.—
David Beaulieu,
The Spruce,
11 Apr. 2026
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Laursen told the Sun Sentinel that computerized educational materials can be effective for older children.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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This was the only concrete social change in Iran, and there has been improvement; city by city, women have been going to stadiums.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
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The car was traveling at 116 mph when Riley lost control on a curve and slammed into a concrete wall on Seabreeze Boulevard.—
Rafael Olmeda,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Real-world.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/real-world. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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