real-life
adjective
: existing or occurring in reality : drawn from or drawing on actual events or situations
real-life problems
real-life drama
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The training includes real-life scenarios and advanced weapons to help Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, and Airmen defend against enemy drone threats.
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Sarah Alegre, Fox News, 20 Mar. 2025
Now, Joe Cote is in the midst of his own real-life plot twist.
—Aaron Couch, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Mar. 2025
As with much of Perry’s work, the themes of the film resonate deeply with real-life struggles and societal issues.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 20 Mar. 2025
The real-life case became a national sensation following the release of Investigation Discovery's The Curious Case of Natalia Grace, a multi-part documentary series that attempts to unravel this twisted adoption story's knot.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 20 Mar. 2025
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Sarah Alegre, Fox News, 20 Mar. 2025
Now, Joe Cote is in the midst of his own real-life plot twist.
—Aaron Couch, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Mar. 2025
As with much of Perry’s work, the themes of the film resonate deeply with real-life struggles and societal issues.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 20 Mar. 2025
The real-life case became a national sensation following the release of Investigation Discovery's The Curious Case of Natalia Grace, a multi-part documentary series that attempts to unravel this twisted adoption story's knot.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 20 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for real-life
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“Real-life.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/real-life. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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