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as in real
being exactly as appears or as claimed
his claim that he's the heir to the throne of Greece can't be true
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as in correct
being in agreement with the truth or a fact or a standard
if that is true, then we can't get in without a key
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as in actual
existing in fact and not merely as a possibility
the true scope of this environmental problem is far greater than anyone imagined
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as in loyal
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
he will be true to his word
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as in accurate
following an original exactly
it's not a true reproduction of the painting because the original is much larger
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as in genuine
free from any intent to deceive or impress others
may our love for one another always be true
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as in historical
restricted to or based on fact
that news story is completely true, for the station released a list of its sources to back it up
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as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
a true friend when you need one
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as in typical
having or showing the qualities associated with the members of a particular group or kind
paleontologists are still debating whether the fossil is that of a true dinosaur or a precursor
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as in honorable
conforming to a high standard of morality or virtue
a person of great integrity, he was the truest person I've ever met
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Recent Examples of true
Vogue, 22 Apr. 2022
Even Klotz noted his predictions came true faster than anyone expected, let alone him.
—Meghan M. Biro, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2021
Jody Bhagat, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
This is the final true mountain test of the Tour, featuring 4,550 meters of elevation gain.
—Jenny Catlin, New York Times, 25 July 2025
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Adjective
This was the second unique compliment of the day, which rang true not only to Kim’s mythology of endless growth and expansion, but also to her whole family’s larger, cross-genre, and inter-disciplinary brand.
—Vogue, 22 Apr. 2022
Even Klotz noted his predictions came true faster than anyone expected, let alone him.
—Meghan M. Biro, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2021
Adverb
Finally, measuring true business impact demands moving beyond basic engagement metrics to track meaningful outcomes like transaction volumes, account growth and customer retention.
—Jody Bhagat, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
This is the final true mountain test of the Tour, featuring 4,550 meters of elevation gain.
—Jenny Catlin, New York Times, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for true
Adjective
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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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What is a real excuse is when Fiona dropped out of my birthday party the day of because her longtime friend was finally getting a kidney transplant and wanted her there.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
2 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Prosecutors argued in their filing on July 29 that Joseph was correct and that Adelman should allow the case to proceed.—
John Diedrich,
jsonline.com,
30 July 2025
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However, your internal systems don’t have the capacity or the interoperability to pull together the data across disparate networks and applications to verify if their invoice numbers are correct.—
Kevin Akeroyd,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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The actual spinal bones can weaken or arewedge shaped, allowing the hump to happen.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
23 July 2025
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The air feels less humid, with dew point temperatures often in the 40s, and there’s little actual rainfall.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
22 July 2025
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Proponents of the restrictions say the issue is a matter of national security, often citing concerns that individuals or businesses loyal to foreign governments could buy up large swaths of land in the U.S., posing a risk to agriculture and critical infrastructure.—
Alex Driggars,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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While Zhong has recently come under fire in China for not being loyal enough to his country after criticizing Beijing for failing to control pricing on online platforms, New Hampshire lawmakers worry that his new Nashua plant stands too close to sensitive military locations in the state.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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Call your insurance company and verify that the estimate is accurate to your policy.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The analysts' predictions were not entirely accurate, the brand said.—
Liam Rappleye,
Freep.com,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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In 2025, personal touch and human logic are vital for combating the fatigue often associated with a lack of genuine connection.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
29 July 2025
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That is the only way Trump can be a genuine peacemaker in the Middle East.—
ZAHA HASSAN,
Foreign Affairs,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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Supporters say the bill aims to protect historical monuments, not restrict peaceful protest.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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Design choices must conform to historical standards and be reviewed by multiple federal bodies, including the Commission of Fine Arts and the National Capital Planning Commission.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
24 July 2025
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One of his key issues remains securing clean, reliable water supplies for rural and tribal communities in need.—
Arlyssa D. Becenti,
AZCentral.com,
23 July 2025
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By the time Osbourne returned to Milwaukee for a March 5, 1984, concert at the Arena, his concerts had a reliable opening act: protesters outside the venue, criticizing Osbourne and rockers like him for performing the devil's music.—
Chris Foran,
jsonline.com,
23 July 2025
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“True.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/true. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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