1
as in case
something that actually exists
the ambition to make his dreams a reality
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2
as in existence
the fact of being or of being real
no one denies the reality of electricity, though few people understand it fully
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as in fact
the quality of being actual
the reality of the situation finally dawned on her and she sat down in stunned silence
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as in object
one that has a real and independent existence
you'll need to cope with a whole new set of realities once you've become a parent
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Recent Examples of reality
The grim reality is that the ADL’s work has never really been rooted in tolerance, unity, and compassion, but rather in shaming and intimidating educators and activists.
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Sahar Mustafah
august 27, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2025
While Wimbledon – and most other tennis tournaments – require near total silence on court, the reality at Flushing Meadows is something slightly more boisterous.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2025
The reality is that the scammers have found yet another way to steal your money, sometimes your entire life savings.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Lexi had plenty of questions herself, and at the beginning of her relationship, she was continuously shocked by the reality of the Amish lifestyle.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
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Sahar Mustafah
august 27, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2025
While Wimbledon – and most other tennis tournaments – require near total silence on court, the reality at Flushing Meadows is something slightly more boisterous.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2025
The reality is that the scammers have found yet another way to steal your money, sometimes your entire life savings.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Lexi had plenty of questions herself, and at the beginning of her relationship, she was continuously shocked by the reality of the Amish lifestyle.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reality
Noun
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What’s unusual, in this case, is that the accounts start at birth, and with a $1,000 balance.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
31 Aug. 2025
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Michigan's inland lakes were even warmer in most cases.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This means: Weekly automated validation that verifies policy effectiveness, not just policy existence.—
Forrester,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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The Traders Point bridge stretched across Fishback Creek in northwest Marion County until 1959, when construction around I-65 threatened its existence, according to Indiana Landmarks.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
IndyStar,
21 Aug. 2025
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In fact, according to an analysis by the Phoenix ABC affiliate in 2024, half of Arizona’s ESA students come from the wealthiest quarter of zip codes in the state, which also often play host to good public schools.—
Chandler Fritz,
Harpers Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
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In fact, the reality of the health data economy may surprise many.—
Seth Joseph,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Stay away from water, wet items, and metal objects.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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Part of the realism comes from the models’ ability to predict the movement of the physical world, including the way light reflects off objects and how water behaves.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The brutal truth: Your employees know when empathy is performed.—
Sahar Andrade,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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These videos reflect a truth that predates and will almost certainly outlive them: When life revolves around work, even leisure becomes labor.—
Julie Beck,
The Atlantic,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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As a for-profit entity, how can the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel accept donations?—
Greg Borowski,
jsonline.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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During a conference call with analysts at 10 a.m. ET, investors will be looking for more information on how the combined entities will operate and how Foot Locker will fit into the overall strategy.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,
CNBC,
28 Aug. 2025
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But a White House executive order last month seeks to bring back the old model, directing federal agencies to end funding for organizations that offer housing to people without first requiring treatment for substance abuse or serious mental illnesses.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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Mike’s mental health struggles, and potentially his substance abuse, have contributed to a narrative that’s isolating him.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
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Kaylor, attempting the same thing, feels like watching an injured baby deer try to do TikTok dances while amid an existential crisis.—
Olivia Crandall,
Vulture,
22 Aug. 2025
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But that triggered the second thing – Trump’s revulsion for math that contradicts his narrative.—
Chris Brennan,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Reality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reality. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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