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Definitions

for real

PHRASE
in reality; actually
Synonyms
STRONGEST
actually in reality
STRONG
for sure indeed really seriously verily
PHRASE
real; actual
Synonyms
STRONGEST
actual real
STRONG
authentic bona fide honest-to-goodness substantial veritable
PHRASE
genuine; sincere
Synonyms
STRONGEST
genuine sincere
STRONG
earnest on the level unvarnished

Example Sentences

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"The experimental demonstration of KPZ universality in two-dimensional material systems highlights just how fundamental this equation is for real non-equilibrium systems," says Diehl, commenting on the Würzburg team's achievement.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

None of that interfered with our own cup final, which we lived year after year, so it was a very proud moment to make it to one for real.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

But this one seemed, the researchers tried to assure their charges, for real.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

“I’m really excited, and I’m so happy that people are starting to trust me and they’re really coming to me for real estate support.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

“But for real, talk to me, Bri. How are you feeling?”

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas