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as in pragmatic
willing to see things as they really are and deal with them sensibly
high schoolers who need to be more realistic in their career choices, as so few people end up as rock stars
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as in living
closely resembling the object imitated
those special effects look really realistic—I'd never guess they were all computer-generated
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Recent Examples of realistic
The more realistic concern the highway creates is for fans.
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Noah Trister, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2025
Apple has revamped the look and feel to make these 3D digital representations significantly better than before, with a much more natural and realistic design.
—Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 11 June 2025
Satoshi Kon also had a strong impact on me, especially with his realistic visual style.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2025
The Catalan filmmaker was able to provide a realistic depiction of her situation by choosing to emphasize the actual process of coping with the trauma, a process which can’t be rushed.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 3 June 2025
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Noah Trister, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2025
Apple has revamped the look and feel to make these 3D digital representations significantly better than before, with a much more natural and realistic design.
—Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 11 June 2025
Satoshi Kon also had a strong impact on me, especially with his realistic visual style.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2025
The Catalan filmmaker was able to provide a realistic depiction of her situation by choosing to emphasize the actual process of coping with the trauma, a process which can’t be rushed.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for realistic
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Nonetheless, my emphasis here isn't on the long-term prospects of AGI but instead on the pragmatic impacts of agentic AI.—
Sandeep Shivam,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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With just 19 months left in his second and final term, the lame duck governor is scrambling to cement his gubernatorial legacy while also positioning himself as a pragmatic leader capable of steering his national party out of the wilderness.—
Julia Wick,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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This is a living example of how businesses can harness AI and microgrids to increase operational efficiency, support sustainability goals and better prepare for energy volatility.—
Frederic Godemel,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Its storied past offers a rare glimpse into evolutionary processes that allow living organisms to thrive for thousands of years.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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The gun industry also disputed Mexico’s argument that manufacturers deliberately produce military-style assault rifles and other weapons that, for both practical and aesthetic reasons, appeal to mobsters.—
Patrick J. McDonnell,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
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Here are a few practical tips: When trying to use your phone, text – don't call.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
8 June 2025
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The film blends naturalistic domestic moments with dreamlike, oneiric sequences, aiming to recreate a tactile, analogue Santiago through stop-motion techniques.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
4 June 2025
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The filmmakers know exactly how to leverage Hawkins’s warm, naturalistic screen presence, using her offbeat sweetness to keep the audience guessing as to her character’s exact level of malevolence.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
30 May 2025
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Researchers suggest that often, their natural need for connection with their parents renders the golden child powerless to choose their well-being over the relationship.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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The stunning natural phenomenon, formally known as aurora borealis, is expected to be visible over some northern-tier and upper Midwest states, according to the NOAA.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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There's crisper audio and spatial sound: Whether playing in handheld or tabletop mode, improved 3D sound makes the experience more lifelike, with clearer and more natural audio.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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This approach could lead to machines that aren’t just longer-lasting but more adaptable, resilient and lifelike.—
James Pikul,
The Conversation,
2 June 2025
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Even subtle sounds like tunnel chases or brutal hits in The Batman feel vivid.—
Prakhar Khanna,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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But, the smoke remains generally high in the atmosphere, likely resulting only in vivid red sunrises and sunsets rather than ground-level health concerns.—
Jim Sergent,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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The swarm would map alleys and ping back a three-dimensional model—a Google Street View with teeth.—
Deni Ellis Béchard,
Scientific American,
16 June 2025
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Ultimately, Foltz said, researchers want to get aerial and ocean-based observations at the same time for a more three-dimensional glimpse into the inner workings of nature’s most powerful storms.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
13 June 2025
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“Realistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/realistic. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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