as in very
happening in the real world rather than in a story
real-life problems a real-life drama
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Recent Examples of real-life
Name to Know: Kyle McDonough The real-life Happy Gilmore — what a fun read this was.
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Dan Shanoff, New York Times, 30 July 2025
Christopher McDonald also reprises his role as maniacal pro-golfer Shooter McGavin, while Benny Safdie, Bad Bunny, Travis Kelce and Sandler’s real-life wife and kids — Jackie, Sunny and Sadie — joined the cast.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 29 July 2025
Their rivalry defined an entire generation of wrestling, and their real-life friendship was a complex bond between the only two men who understood the pressure of being at the top of the industry for so long.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
Six Senses La Sagesse recently launched a new Digital Detox Program designed to enhance mental clarity, reduce stress, improve sleep quality, boost focus, strengthen real-life connections and promote mindfulness.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
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Dan Shanoff, New York Times, 30 July 2025
Christopher McDonald also reprises his role as maniacal pro-golfer Shooter McGavin, while Benny Safdie, Bad Bunny, Travis Kelce and Sandler’s real-life wife and kids — Jackie, Sunny and Sadie — joined the cast.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 29 July 2025
Their rivalry defined an entire generation of wrestling, and their real-life friendship was a complex bond between the only two men who understood the pressure of being at the top of the industry for so long.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
Six Senses La Sagesse recently launched a new Digital Detox Program designed to enhance mental clarity, reduce stress, improve sleep quality, boost focus, strengthen real-life connections and promote mindfulness.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for real-life
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After screening a new Gen V season 2 trailer packed with The Boys crossovers and some new casting, Amazon's Comic-Con panel in Ballroom 20 on Friday afternoon left one major reveal for the very end: the first teaser trailer for the fifth and final season of the mothership series.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
26 July 2025
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Tune in for short episodes every Wednesday and Saturday as Grumpy answers reader questions, solves seasonal conundrums, and provides need-to-know advice for gardeners with his very Grumpy sense of humor.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
26 July 2025
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As the Republicans in the state understood that cost calculation and saw its actual impact, other states followed.—
Dr. Mark A. Boyer,
Hartford Courant,
3 Aug. 2025
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Earnings Estimates Summary Companies reporting and combining actual results with consensus estimates for companies yet to report, the S&P 500’s blended earnings growth rate for the quarter is at 10.3% year-over-year, above the 4.9% expectations at the end of the quarter.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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These connections can take either romantic or platonic forms, but his reporting shows the real-world impacts.—
Leslie Josephs,Alex Harring,
CNBC,
1 Aug. 2025
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The success of this model is evident in real-world applications.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
1 Aug. 2025
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Why gold demand surged While the dollar or the euro isn’t going away anytime soon, Doshi said the demand for real hard assets that complement fiat currency rose over the last few decades as global debt and governments’ share of that debt has increased.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
2 Aug. 2025
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The reaction of many residents to the sirens of September would be similar to those three years later to the missiles of October, when fear of nuclear attack by the Soviet Union was a real concern.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Aug. 2025
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Making it to the final round, Shell Shock'd was up against Tacos Wuey Detroit and a newcomer that recently opened in southwest Detroit.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
29 July 2025
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Those who believe the King will make the final decision on Prince Harry, and those who think Prince William—who will one day be King—is ultimately calling the shots.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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Why not visit Germany right now to experience firsthand history-in-the-making, but at the same time bring back authentic Wall remnants?—
Jim Clash,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Use the new moon in your sign on June 25 to set intentions around community, joy, and authentic friendship.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Aug. 2025
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But some are hardier than others, particularly when they’re built for bona fide outdoor adventure.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Aug. 2025
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Suarez, who once played for Seattle, returns as a bona fide slugger, on pace for 54 home runs after hitting four in one game for the D’backs.—
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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“Real-life.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/real-life. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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