as in authentic
being exactly as appears or as claimed
a bona fide war hero
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Recent Examples of bona fide
But for the Heat, the pursuits often have been public — of course in free agency, but also in agents or opposing front offices confirming bona fide Heat trade pitches.
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Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
17 June 2026
The question is whether this moment is going to evolve into a bona fide movement.
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David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
14 June 2026
The latter show features bona fide movie stars Michelle Pfeiffer and Elle Fanning, plus a plot — single mom starts an OnlyFans to make ends meet — that fits right in with the 21st-century trend of comedies that play like dramas.
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Joe Reid,
Vulture,
13 June 2026
Recently, fans of the series have been clamoring for a full-blown, HD remake of the N64 classic for a bona fide next-generation console, and the rumors started to swirl earlier this year that their dreams would become reality.
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Austin Perry Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for bona fide
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
17 June 2026
The question is whether this moment is going to evolve into a bona fide movement.
—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
14 June 2026
The latter show features bona fide movie stars Michelle Pfeiffer and Elle Fanning, plus a plot — single mom starts an OnlyFans to make ends meet — that fits right in with the 21st-century trend of comedies that play like dramas.
—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
13 June 2026
Recently, fans of the series have been clamoring for a full-blown, HD remake of the N64 classic for a bona fide next-generation console, and the rumors started to swirl earlier this year that their dreams would become reality.
—
Austin Perry Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for bona fide
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bona fide
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His authentic character and fearlessness in the face of adversity will live on forever through this distinguished award.
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This authentic modeling is crucial for daughters to develop a healthy body image and break cycles of self-criticism.
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Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley There may still be questions about whether the romance between Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley was genuine, and their secret, quick-turn overseas wedding didn't help matters.
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This is a film with genuine heart and authenticity that reflects modern Britain while speaking to audiences far beyond its borders.
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But the real irony is that the British have teamed up with the Indigenous Seneca population, who loathe the French.
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All her friends and family have tried to convince her this is not a real situation and she is being scammed.
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From viral Aldi Finds to tried-and-true products shoppers love to tell their friends about, people love the thrill of discovering something new here.
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That rugged access is part of the appeal for buyers seeking a true escape rather than a weekend cabin with neighbors in sight.
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Refine a portfolio piece, build a small prototype, or share a draft with someone who gives honest notes.
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County officials have repeatedly warned that fraudulent claims take money away from public services and shift the tax burden to honest taxpayers.
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All that to say, a glass of rye whiskey, one of the oldest drinks in America and the original base of many of our earliest cocktails like Manhattans and Old Fashioneds, is an easy way to honor the scrappy American spirit.
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Here, the material can be charged earlier by light or another energy source, stored in the dark, and then used later to power a chemical reaction after the original energy input has been expended.
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Countrywide, wine, beer, spirits and other newer forms of alcohol are categorized according to beverage type and are taxed often regardless of actual alcohol content or other states’ policies.
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This anxiety often leads to rumination, where individuals endlessly ponder potential outcomes without actual preparation, mistakenly equating thinking with problem-solving.
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For on-premise, large traditional hardware vendors offer turnkey solutions, with pre-certified GPU configurations, integrated networking, storage and reference architectures.
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Not all blondes are dumb, don’t judge a book by its cover, yada yada yada, lo and behold, Reese Witherspoon is a certified movie star.
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“Bona fide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bona%20fide. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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