How to Use authentic in a Sentence

authentic

adjective
  • Experts have confirmed that the signature on the letter is authentic.
  • The building is an authentic reproduction of a colonial farmhouse.
  • The witness provided an authentic record of what actually took place.
  • She prepared a very authentic Mexican meal.
  • We saw authentic examples of ancient Roman sculpture.
  • Rides are a mere quarter each and offer a taste of authentic Dubai living.
    Catherine Garcia, theweek, 22 Oct. 2024
  • Robbie’s journey to motherhood has been just as authentic as her love story with Tom.
    Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 3 Nov. 2024
  • What were your conversations with Jeff Davis on set about how to approach mental health in an authentic way?
    Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Feb. 2023
  • It’s also made with premium denim that has a rigid feel but optimized with slight stretch to retain the authentic vintage look.
    Paula Lee, Glamour, 22 Oct. 2024
  • Are your connections built upon a foundation that is authentic to you, Aquarius?
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 3 Nov. 2024
  • The conclave is such a mystery to so many people, and this felt like a very authentic glimpse into what happens during those days that the cardinals are sequestered.
    Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Oct. 2024
  • The full foliage on this fake tree includes realistic needles in blue-green and silvery hues paired with light brown stems, just like an authentic Blue Spruce.
    Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 23 Oct. 2024
  • Side note: These studiously authentic Japanese buckwheat noodles are gluten-free.
    Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Nov. 2024
  • The key is strategic balance—when aligned, a CEO’s authentic brand becomes an asset beyond the financials.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
  • Content needs to be authentic; the TikTok audience craves uniqueness and entertainment.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 6 Feb. 2023
  • The Art Kitchen serves the best authentic Thai food in the area.
    Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2022
  • Was that pin the tail on the donkey box made for the show, or authentic to the '80s?
    Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 24 May 2022
  • But at the end of the day, the key is just to be myself, to be true and authentic.
    David Martindale, star-telegram.com, 1 June 2017
  • What does that mean to you to bring your authentic self to work?
    refinery29.com, 11 May 2021
  • For the film, Heimann wanted authentic jeans for the era.
    Irina Grechko, refinery29.com, 11 Sep. 2020
  • Caleb Williams is his ‘authentic self’ on and off the field.
    Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 2 Aug. 2024
  • Very authentic, down to the very mixed age range that hangs out there.
    Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 20 Mar. 2017
  • And there was a way in which this anger was read as authentic.
    Julie Zeilinger, Marie Claire, 24 Oct. 2018
  • The whole idea of pride is the power of being your authentic self.
    Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2020
  • Be bold, be authentic, and let the blessings flow in for you this month!
    Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2024
  • Cram confirmed a copy of the email sent by Mooney was authentic.
    Nicole Asbury, Washington Post, 1 Sep. 2023
  • But the buzz was authentic, and there’s nothing like the real thing.
    New York Times, 1 Apr. 2021
  • Red Light Roxy is an authentic swingin' jazz and blues band.
    Carol Kovach, cleveland, 7 July 2020
  • Though there was still crowd noise being piped in, the feel was authentic.
    Sam Blum, Dallas News, 13 Oct. 2020
  • It's not meant to be real, but it's meant to feel authentic.
    Nathan Mattise, Ars Technica, 17 June 2018

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