Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for real world. Search instead for Real Tools.
Definitions

real world

[ree-uhl, reel] / ˈri əl, ril /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

The ironic conclusion is that the moving average was effective — on paper — only so long as it was nearly impossible to actually follow it in the real world.

From MarketWatch Jul. 30, 2026

But to get to the truth, I have to leave my bubble for the real world.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

Since leaving the villa together, “Nicolandria” have taken their relationship into the real world, to Glamour Magazine and to numerous brand deals.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 23, 2026

Take “Avatar,” which seduced audiences with its immersive 3D format so intensely that some viewers reported experiencing depression returning to the real world.

From Salon Jul. 22, 2026

In the real world, nothing was that clear.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Join 12,000,000 vocabulary learners

Start learning new words today on VocabTrainer.
You'll remember them forever.

Start training