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as in real
being exactly as appears or as claimed
his claim that he's the heir to the throne of Greece can't be true
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as in correct
being in agreement with the truth or a fact or a standard
if that is true, then we can't get in without a key
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as in actual
existing in fact and not merely as a possibility
the true scope of this environmental problem is far greater than anyone imagined
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as in loyal
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
he will be true to his word
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as in accurate
following an original exactly
it's not a true reproduction of the painting because the original is much larger
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as in genuine
free from any intent to deceive or impress others
may our love for one another always be true
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as in historical
restricted to or based on fact
that news story is completely true, for the station released a list of its sources to back it up
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as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
a true friend when you need one
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as in typical
having or showing the qualities associated with the members of a particular group or kind
paleontologists are still debating whether the fossil is that of a true dinosaur or a precursor
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as in honorable
conforming to a high standard of morality or virtue
a person of great integrity, he was the truest person I've ever met
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Recent Examples of true
Arpan Lobo, Nushrat Rahman, Natalie Davies, Lindsay Tague, Alexander Boesch, Sarah Moore, Sophia Jundy, Mikia Lawrence, Alec Mork, Siddhi Choubey and Sonja Krohn, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
Yet for longtime fans of her music, the film’s original soundtrack was the true payoff from the project, with plenty of heartfelt torch songs and eye-watering balladry across a track list that Gaga helmed with producers like Dave Cobb and Lukas Nelson, and artists like Mark Ronson and Jason Isbell.
—Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2024
Tirion Morris, The Arizona Republic, 18 July 2021
These arguments will not convince a true-believing textualist who is uninterested in a law's intent.
—Noah Feldman Bloomberg Opinion, Star Tribune, 6 Apr. 2021
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Brighton is a true reflection of Michigan's political variety, with people divided by their views.
—Arpan Lobo, Nushrat Rahman, Natalie Davies, Lindsay Tague, Alexander Boesch, Sarah Moore, Sophia Jundy, Mikia Lawrence, Alec Mork, Siddhi Choubey and Sonja Krohn, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
Yet for longtime fans of her music, the film’s original soundtrack was the true payoff from the project, with plenty of heartfelt torch songs and eye-watering balladry across a track list that Gaga helmed with producers like Dave Cobb and Lukas Nelson, and artists like Mark Ronson and Jason Isbell.
—Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2024
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But Valenzuela stuck true to her mission to blend the two cultures.
—Tirion Morris, The Arizona Republic, 18 July 2021
These arguments will not convince a true-believing textualist who is uninterested in a law's intent.
—Noah Feldman Bloomberg Opinion, Star Tribune, 6 Apr. 2021
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The English teacher dug out the real recommendation from his briefcase.Adam Patric Miller, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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Never mind the state’s policies (high gas taxes, special fuels mandate and a push to end fossil-fuels production) are the real causes of crushing gas prices.Steven Greenhut, Orange County Register, 15 Nov. 2024
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If Lynch is correct, and McCaffrey’s legs are, too, this team will make the playoffs and push for the title.Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
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This indicator was also correct about the prior two Trump races.Matt Egan, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
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Unlike many actual cat beds, the Kyoto's soft sherpa bed insert also has a zip-off, washable cover.Medea Giordano, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
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The actual black ox comes in at this point, the unnamed man leaning on it as livelihood as the Tsuta watches him through menial tasks, often in thundering rain.Kambole Campbell, IndieWire, 5 Nov. 2024
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Now, Red Lobster is trying to balance keeping its loyal customers while trying to shake its stodgy image to attract younger ones.Maya Huter, NBC News, 11 Nov. 2024
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Cox, who ran on a platform of restoring trust in Santa Clara’s government, could be a loyal ally of Mayor Lisa Gillmor, who is losing Councilmember Kathy Watanabe’s support in District 1 to term limits.Grace Hase, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Combining genetics with historical information and archeological evidence allows researchers to paint both a more complete and more accurate picture, and demonstrates how teamwork from different disciplines can unearth rich, complex stories.Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 7 Nov. 2024
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This is where the LG G4 really excels, with colors that are just as accurate and much closer to covering the full digital cinema color space.PCMAG, PCMAG, 6 Nov. 2024
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To be clear, audiophiles will still prefer genuine stereo separation.PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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Avoid Downtown, But Grab Some Grub at Wildflower The downtown area is a genuine tourist trap.Erin Strout, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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The Dow closed up, which aligned with the historical trend of market rallies on Election Day.Dan Mangan,Kevin Breuninger,Rebecca Picciotto,Ece Yildirim,Annie Nova, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
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The theory proposes that each generation should be considered a separate social group formed by specific historical events and social and cultural environments.Boris Abaev, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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But there’s a brighter path forward: businesses that invest first in solutions that will harness all their ecosystem data can turn disruptions into opportunities, offering a more seamless, reliable shopping experience.Gary Drenik, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Winter hikers will want to invest in a pair of boots that provide reliable grip on snow, ice, and slick trails, so the Hoka Women’s Kaha 2 Gtx Hiking Boots are a no-brainer since they’re fitted with Gore-Tex exteriors alongside a waterproof shell to keep your feet warm and dry all season long.Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024
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“True.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/true. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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