for real

Example Sentences

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But the SpaceX IPO will have serious knock-on impacts for real estate in Texas and elsewhere.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 13, 2026

"Pay for kids to become electricians, pay for apprenticeships for real skills that we need. Our granite heritage is falling apart."

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

She did her own research, as we say on the internet — but for real.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

He went looking for real liminal spaces during the pandemic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

“Please. You and Audrey are alike. You’re both little girls not ready for real relationships. Grow up.”

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence