authentic
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Holman said the costumes were crucial to making the era feel authentic, and that he dipped into his own collection of original Vogue magazines to begin researching the decade.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
He said his past statements about stocks were authentic and denied trying to deceive any investors.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
As you stroll through the area and take pictures, check out the Mexican marketplace, capturing the pottery, clothing and art along the way, and grab some authentic cuisine.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
As much as I enjoyed the relationship, I’m grateful I never became a client because, in hindsight, I no longer believe the friendship was entirely authentic.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
To say, “Is your sheep genuine?” would be a worse breach of manners than to inquire whether a citizen’s teeth, hair, or internal organs would test out authentic.
From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick
Vocabulary lists containing authentic
100 SAT Words Beginning with "A"
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