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as in realistic
closely resembling the object imitated
the movie's volcanic eruption is so naturalistic that it's easy to forget that it all came out of a computer
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Recent Examples of naturalistic
More naturalistic shows like Alone looked way too vivid—I’m sorry, but pine trees just do not come in shades of teal—and the green of the pitch while watching the Copa America and UEFA was obnoxiously bright.
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Adrienne So, WIRED, 4 Aug. 2024
Fashions changed shortly thereafter, with formal gardens replaced by naturalistic parkland made popular by the eighteenth-century landscape designer Lancelot (Capability) Brown.
—Sophie Elmhirst, The New Yorker, 17 Oct. 2024
The master plan includes renovation to the tennis center, swimming pool and community center, improved walking trails connecting to Brays Bayou, a new naturalistic amphitheater and an ADA-accessible playground.
—Shafaq Patel, Axios, 16 Oct. 2024
This is a design created by Caroline Scheufele, its naturalistic theme – replete with salamanders, toucans and leopards – a nod to the brand's Animal World collection of jewellery.
—Felix Bischof, theweek, 14 Oct. 2024
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Adrienne So, WIRED, 4 Aug. 2024
Fashions changed shortly thereafter, with formal gardens replaced by naturalistic parkland made popular by the eighteenth-century landscape designer Lancelot (Capability) Brown.
—Sophie Elmhirst, The New Yorker, 17 Oct. 2024
The master plan includes renovation to the tennis center, swimming pool and community center, improved walking trails connecting to Brays Bayou, a new naturalistic amphitheater and an ADA-accessible playground.
—Shafaq Patel, Axios, 16 Oct. 2024
This is a design created by Caroline Scheufele, its naturalistic theme – replete with salamanders, toucans and leopards – a nod to the brand's Animal World collection of jewellery.
—Felix Bischof, theweek, 14 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for naturalistic
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This multi-piece setup provides realistic Atmos immersion with a unique twist.Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2024
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So, in reality, the Dolphins playoffs begin with this game, with a loss — certainly to an AFC team — likely ending any realistic shot of grabbing the seventh seed in the AFC.Steve Svekis, Sun Sentinel, 29 Nov. 2024
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The greatest benefit for waterfowl hunters in recent years is the evolution of truly lifelike decoy postures.Joe Arterburn, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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Next up, Joe arrived in time to see Josie operate in a simulator — VR goggles that deposited her in a rundown (and impossibly lifelike?) neighborhood.Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 4 Nov. 2024
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String theorists concede that daily life proceeds just fine in a three-dimensional world.Tom Siegfried, Discover Magazine, 29 Nov. 2024
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In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, showrunners Sara Goodman and Phoebe revealed that having Thomas reprise his original character was never a consideration, and instead wanted to give the actor an opportunity to play a three-dimensional character with Professor Chadwick.Esther Kang, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
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The branches look incredibly natural and lifelike with more than 4,000 branch tips.Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Nov. 2024
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Reframing your outlook, setting clear goals for your conversations that lean into your natural communication style and developing a daily practice can make networking feel more approachable, and maybe even a little fun.Dr. Kyle Elliott, MPA, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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The film flaunts vivid animation and some pretty striking moments, captured with close-ups and unexpected angles — but similar to Skydance Animation’s debut venture Luck, Spellbound inspires a sense of déjà vu.Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Nov. 2024
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It is known for its distinctive vivid blue or indigo pages, silver decoration and gold calligraphy.Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024
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The large, flightless creatures are the second-largest living bird, with an average height of more than 5 1/2 feet, according to the Smithsonian's National Zoo.Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
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Over the last decade, the discovery of Asgard archaea, our closest living prokaryotic relatives, has offered valuable clues.Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 28 Oct. 2024
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“Naturalistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/naturalistic. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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