the real thing
noun
: something that is genuine and not a copy or imitation : something that is truly valuable or important
The diamond turned out to be the real thing.
You've done very well in your training. Let's just hope you're ready for the real thing.
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During this session, Groening revealed the real thing that has motivated him to return to The Simpsons after all these years.
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Max Goldbart, Deadline, 10 June 2025
Understanding their techniques may help Americans to preserve the real thing.
—Daniel Treisman, The Conversation, 3 June 2025
But gradually, Flynn realizes PDQ’s the real thing, and solving the new murder could revive her career.
—Sandra Dallas, Denver Post, 31 May 2025
It’s been cool to have been with the brand for a few years and see not only the growth in the sim racing community but also the enhancements that Logitech continues to make to ensure their products are as close to the real thing as possible.
—Joseph Wolkin, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
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Max Goldbart, Deadline, 10 June 2025
Understanding their techniques may help Americans to preserve the real thing.
—Daniel Treisman, The Conversation, 3 June 2025
But gradually, Flynn realizes PDQ’s the real thing, and solving the new murder could revive her career.
—Sandra Dallas, Denver Post, 31 May 2025
It’s been cool to have been with the brand for a few years and see not only the growth in the sim racing community but also the enhancements that Logitech continues to make to ensure their products are as close to the real thing as possible.
—Joseph Wolkin, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for the real thing
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“The real thing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20real%20thing. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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