as in authentic
being exactly as appears or as claimed
a bona fide war hero
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Recent Examples of bona fide
Now, the task gets dramatically more difficult against a bona fide Super Bowl contender in front of the feisty Lions fans at Ford Field.
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Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
Shawkat and Turner play performers for hire on one such elaborate set, thrilled by the news that a bona fide American movie star (Tatum) will participate in a chemical weapon attack simulation to prepare for an upcoming role.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 25 Jan. 2025
In only a year, Quinn has managed to do something nine full-time predecessors could not: serve as the catalyst for the culture change of one of the most dysfunctional and disappointing franchises in the NFL and turn Washington into a bona fide winner.
—Mike Jones, The Athletic, 25 Jan. 2025
Butler is making the rounds promoting his new action film, Lionsgate’s Den of Thieves 2: Pantera, which is proving a bit of a solid success at the box office, potentially turning Den of Thieves into a bona fide franchise.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Jan. 2025
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Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
Shawkat and Turner play performers for hire on one such elaborate set, thrilled by the news that a bona fide American movie star (Tatum) will participate in a chemical weapon attack simulation to prepare for an upcoming role.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 25 Jan. 2025
In only a year, Quinn has managed to do something nine full-time predecessors could not: serve as the catalyst for the culture change of one of the most dysfunctional and disappointing franchises in the NFL and turn Washington into a bona fide winner.
—Mike Jones, The Athletic, 25 Jan. 2025
Butler is making the rounds promoting his new action film, Lionsgate’s Den of Thieves 2: Pantera, which is proving a bit of a solid success at the box office, potentially turning Den of Thieves into a bona fide franchise.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bona fide
Adjective
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The integrity of our legal system depends on accurate information and authentic legal authority.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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The tone and grit is authentic to the original show, and the writing never feels too dissimilar.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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But while Connecticut is largely forested, only about one-tenth of 1% of all forest land in the state is considered true old-growth forest.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
4 Mar. 2025
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These actions have been saving lives and driving true culture change, creating a safer future for everyone.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Without fair elections, an honest media environment and a credible opposition, voters can’t correct their country’s course at the ballot box, providing competitive authoritarian regimes little incentive to do anything but enrich themselves.—
Elizabeth Shackelford,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2025
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But to be honest the significant immune support is more than enough to keep me taking it.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2025
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For one night, Hollywood’s background actors are the real stars.—
Ryan Fonseca,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2025
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Consider the real case of an elderly couple, both in their late 80s.—
Carolyn Rosenblatt,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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But their filing this week suggests that response wasn't genuine.—
Ashley Belanger,
Ars Technica,
7 Mar. 2025
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Donors, for their part, gain peace of mind knowing their contributions are making a genuine, measurable difference—solidifying an enduring partnership in the quest for positive social change.—
Victoria Philips,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Many have long since been demolished or altered beyond recognition, but some of the most beautiful have miraculously kept their original structures and decoration intact.—
The New York Times,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Mar. 2025
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In their original incarnation, the Dolls only lasted a few years, and Johansen went on to have a more varied career — as Buster Poindexter, as blues singer, as actor — than anyone could have imagined in the early Seventies.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The actual facial steaming device, which is another pick approved by both Dr. Garshick and Dr. King, is made with sensitive skin types in mind.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
28 Feb. 2025
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Joe McKendrick covers how technology moves markets and careers How do things work out when people are managed by algorithms, versus actual human beings?—
Joe McKendrick,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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There will also be a goldfish show with certified judging.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2025
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Cases of counterfeits have been rare, but with prices rising into the six- and seven-figure range, obtaining that certified guarantee is important.—
Rob Salkowitz,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Bona fide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bona%20fide. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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