authentic
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Some scientists argued the reported materials were modern contamination or bacterial residue rather than authentic dinosaur molecules.
From Science Daily • May 14, 2026
"I was free, I was me, I was authentic, I felt like my voice is in a good place... and I enjoyed every moment," Bettan said afterwards.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
Once in a while, a conspiracy theory may be wrong but still manages to channel authentic frustrations.
From Salon • May 13, 2026
The finished track is the centerpiece of “Norteña” — a song that marries Venegas’ pop sensibilities and signature lovelorn lyrics with an authentic northern Mexican song.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
I am saddened by inappropriate music about which it is damning enough to say that it is not good enough, and not even the best of its authentic kind—folk, pop, quasireligious Broadway show tunes.
From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez
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100 SAT Words Beginning with "A"
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