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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
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actual real
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authentic bona fide honest-to-goodness substantial veritable
PHRASE
genuine; sincere
Synonyms
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genuine sincere
STRONG
earnest on the level unvarnished

Example Sentences

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Her passion for real estate runs in the family.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

But should you trust it for real estate investing?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

What if you could walk to Dodger Stadium, for real?

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

He went shopping for real estate, first buying out the warehouse space he had been renting, then turning back to the idea of reviving the bookstore.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

I keep it really simple and say the thing that I’ve been feeling ever since I first saw my face on that bulletin board: Is this for real?

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera