as in real
formal
true or real
—used to emphasize a description
The island is a veritable paradise. The sale attracted a veritable mob of people.
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Recent Examples of veritable
The hotel revels in its old-world image, and features 10 bars and restaurants, including the wonderful Captain’s Bar, a veritable Hong Kong institution that has been going strong for almost 60 years.
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Abid Rahman, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025
The staff can walk you through a veritable tasting menu of options, so to speak.
—William Goodman, Robb Report, 1 May 2025
Cruz’s recorded legacy is a veritable history of Latin music, from her days with Cuba’s legendary La Sonora Matancera to her highly experimental and avant garde later fare, which even mixed urban music with her salsa beats.
—Leila Cobo, Billboard, 23 Apr. 2025
But as Sinners’ weekend box-office tallies began to trickle in around 11:00 pm Saturday night, top executives at Warner Bros. were doing veritable backflips of joy.
—Chris Lee, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025
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Abid Rahman, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025
The staff can walk you through a veritable tasting menu of options, so to speak.
—William Goodman, Robb Report, 1 May 2025
Cruz’s recorded legacy is a veritable history of Latin music, from her days with Cuba’s legendary La Sonora Matancera to her highly experimental and avant garde later fare, which even mixed urban music with her salsa beats.
—Leila Cobo, Billboard, 23 Apr. 2025
But as Sinners’ weekend box-office tallies began to trickle in around 11:00 pm Saturday night, top executives at Warner Bros. were doing veritable backflips of joy.
—Chris Lee, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for veritable
Adjective
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And, unfortunately, most people aren’t taught what a real, healthy relationship should look like (at least, not correctly).—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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There are, however, hotels that make a real difference.—
Nina Ruggiero,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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Section meetings are open to members, guests and anyone with a genuine interest in UFOs/UAPs.—
Deb Harvell,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2025
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For all the offseason acquisitions meant to bolster the rotation, starting pitching has become a genuine concern for Los Angeles.—
Sam Blum,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
Adjective
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From classic dollar-slice joints to artisan Neapolitan-style pizza and thick-crust American pies, New York City’s Italian restaurant market is impressive, boasting more than 1,800 pizzerias spread across the five boroughs.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Watch classic paddlewheel boats cruise the waterway, sample local eats, and dance to live music at the riverfront amphitheater.—
West Virginia Tourism,
AFAR Media,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Cricket is not even just fighting against other sports, but also its own with the slew of formats and franchise leagues creating utter confusion amid a congested calendar.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Trump, for his part, has shown no interest in Palestinian civilian life for its own sake (and has demonstrated utter disdain for domestic pro-Palestinian activists).—
Zack Beauchamp,
Vox,
12 May 2025
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New reliever Devin Williams has been an unmitigated disappointment, with a 10.03 ERA after his first 11 2/3 innings with the Yankees.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 May 2025
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Initiate talks to extend Kempe The four-year, $22-million contract extension that Kempe signed in 2022 has been an unmitigated bargain.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
Adjective
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If weight loss is the goal, the total calories consumed may need to be lowered.6 Benefits: The DASH diet has numerous benefits.—
Patty Weasler,
Verywell Health,
12 May 2025
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The competition — which featured 17 total contestants — unfolded this past weekend, with the preliminary round taking place on Saturday, May 10 and the finals on Sunday, May 11.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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These antibacterial wipes are perfect for quick cleanups when sanitizer alone doesn’t cut it.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2025
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This reliable mesh is perfect for families looking to welcome Wi-Fi 7 into their homes.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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Seafood Courses The eight courses begin with an amuse-bouche containing definite New York touches including a King Salmon Everything Bagel plus a suggestion of a smash burger but composed of the fatty tuna Otoro, egg yolk gelee and Choux pastry and an A5 Wagyu & Hokkaido Uni Sando.—
Laurie Werner,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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American admiration of French pharmacy products is, without a doubt, connected to a general sense of fascination and mysticism with French beauty and style, and there's a definite allure to that foreignness.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
5 May 2025
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“Veritable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veritable. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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