as in authentic
being exactly as appears or as claimed
a bona fide war hero
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Recent Examples of bona fide
Unfortunately for certain bona fide hits on broadcast TV, longevity in primetime doesn’t necessary lead to — or even guarantee — a major win at the Emmys.
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Lynette Rice, Deadline, 27 May 2025
Stolarz’s size, aggressive demeanour and shot-tracking ability established him as a bona fide NHL tandem goalie for the first time.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 20 May 2025
While many bona fide contenders could use Bichette, AthlonSports' Dave Gasper suggested the Milwaukee Brewers could trade for Bichette.
—Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 May 2025
Signing Lewis Hamilton, a bona fide superstar with seven titles already on his CV, hasn't exactly reduced the amount of pressure on Scuderia Ferrari, either.
—ArsTechnica, 19 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for bona fide
Lynette Rice, Deadline, 27 May 2025
Stolarz’s size, aggressive demeanour and shot-tracking ability established him as a bona fide NHL tandem goalie for the first time.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 20 May 2025
While many bona fide contenders could use Bichette, AthlonSports' Dave Gasper suggested the Milwaukee Brewers could trade for Bichette.
—Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 May 2025
Signing Lewis Hamilton, a bona fide superstar with seven titles already on his CV, hasn't exactly reduced the amount of pressure on Scuderia Ferrari, either.
—ArsTechnica, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bona fide
Adjective
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Like in those shows, there were small aspects of her character that felt true and authentic to Black women’s experiences.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
2 June 2025
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When computers can simulate empathy, generate personalized romantic messages, or even create convincing virtual partners, what happens to the authentic vulnerability that genuine intimacy requires?—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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The formula for ‘true tackles’ is slightly more long-winded: tackles + challenges lost + fouls committed.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Setbacks may tempt you to stray from your vision, but staying true to yourself attracts the right clients, collaborators and opportunities.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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Like so many good honest people with common sense who work hard and pay taxes, the Democrat party has abandoned them.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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Players appreciated such an honest approach during the Euro 2022 campaign, which garnered mutual respect and trust.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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However, the real star of the show is the puffer complex.—
Celeste Polanco,
Essence,
3 June 2025
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June 03, 2025 Listening well is an essential aspect of leadership – not just to maintain good relationships with employees, but to drive real business improvements and results.—
Harvard Business Review,
Harvard Business Review,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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That genuine moment became a symbol of love, sacrifice and something deeper — breaking generational cycles.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
30 May 2025
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Samantha seems to have genuine chemistry with Chivon, but his sister Adeena (Sundra Oakley) is not thrilled about the relationship and confronts Samantha about it.—
Melissa Locker,
Time,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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These operators pay artisans and specialized mechanics top dollar to maintain and refurbish the century-old rides, all in an effort to preserve their original design and craftsmanship.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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In 1998, the same year the play had its world premiere in London, Arts & Ideas arranged for the original cast to perform it at the festival.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
25 May 2025
Adjective
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Four road trips into this year, however, no trickle-down effect has been as lauded as the changes the Dodgers have made to their actual travel schedule.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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This is an exuberant, visually stylish imagining of soccer that, say some critics who played the beta preview, gets tantalizingly close to the pure physical joy of kicking an actual soccer ball around with your friends.—
Lewis Gordon,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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These are easy do-it-ourselves things that don’t require calling in a certified arborist, although that’s always a great idea if the wheels start to come off.—
Neil Sperry,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 May 2025
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Demoing the move above is Maggi Gao, CPT, a certified kettlebell instructor and fitness coach based in New York City.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
16 May 2025
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“Bona fide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bona%20fide. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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