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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3
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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4
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
To many, Newsom also comes across as slick and glib rather than sincere, someone who bends reality to portray California and himself as leaders to be emulated.
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Dan Walters, Mercury News, 10 July 2025
Because when reality becomes negotiable, power goes not to the wise or the capable — but to whoever best embodies the mood of the moment.
—arkansasonline.com, 10 July 2025
No excuses for falling off support anymore, making the fared cyber nightmare a reality.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
In the cabin, high-def A.R. screens will replace windows, offering a choice of realities during flight.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 28 June 2025
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Dan Walters, Mercury News, 10 July 2025
Because when reality becomes negotiable, power goes not to the wise or the capable — but to whoever best embodies the mood of the moment.
—arkansasonline.com, 10 July 2025
No excuses for falling off support anymore, making the fared cyber nightmare a reality.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
In the cabin, high-def A.R. screens will replace windows, offering a choice of realities during flight.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 28 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for reality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reality
Noun
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Jara said his uncle arrived here legally in 2023 under a humanitarian parole program, and has a pending asylum case.—
Ana Ceballos,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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The effectiveness of appointing people to open seats (in this case, left open deliberately by Burnett to pass onto his son) is undeniable.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
13 July 2025
Noun
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The Court Jeweller explained that the mere existence of the Boucheron came as a surprise to many, as it had never been worn in public by the Queen Mother or Queen Elizabeth herself.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
4 July 2025
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But their quiet existence becomes threatened after Emanuel (Kataem O’Connor), the eldest Freeman kid, makes contact with a young woman who desperately needs his family’s help.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
3 July 2025
Noun
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Kamut 10 grams per cup cooked Like farro, kamut is a type of wheat; in fact, the term kamut is the ancient Egyptian word for it.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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In fact, the top three attractions here, according to Tripadvisor, are the Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine (No. 1), Kinkakuji Temple (No. 2), and Kiyomizu-dera Temple (No. 3), proving just how important mindful places are to this destination.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Showcasing over 350 spectacular jewels and bejeweled objects, the vast and varied Victoria and Albert exhibit burnishes the Cartier brand and is attracting hordes, despite its steep ticket prices.—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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The agency recommends against carrying any metal objects, including umbrellas.—
Kerry Breen
July 5,
CBS News,
5 July 2025
Noun
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These self-evident truths demonstrated so palpably Iran’s intention to become a nuclear-weapons state, rather than merely a green-energy success story, that I was always baffled by how anyone could mistake Tehran’s true objective.—
John R. Bolton,
The Atlantic,
9 July 2025
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That’s the harsh truth no one tells you early enough.—
Lien De Pau,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Noun
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The content and opinions expressed are solely those of the entities mentioned and/or quoted in this article and do not represent those of the publication.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
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How will Hamas and other resistance factions act if a Palestinian, Arab, or international entity is entrusted with governing Gaza?—
Daoud Kuttab,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Clinicians often prescribe medications used to treat similar disorders, such as substance use disorders.—
Wendy Wisner,
Health,
9 July 2025
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Friday offers a multi-perspective interrogation of substance use on the album, recounting the highs and lows and the gray area in between.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
9 July 2025
Noun
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That ability to make things feel personal and easy is a point of connection between the founder and Rogge.—
Laird Borrelli-Persson,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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But having a summer ‘schedule’ that changes from week to week means things tend to get hectic, and that means lunch sometimes becomes an afterthought.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Parents,
15 July 2025
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“Reality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reality. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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