for real

Example Sentences

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Here are the main issues to watch to see if this agreement is for real.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

But the SpaceX IPO will have serious knock-on impacts for real estate in Texas and elsewhere.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 13, 2026

"The true people's car designed for real life," he said.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

The need to come together across the political divide to find common solutions to shared concerns depends primarily on a sincere desire for real dialogue.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

“Okay, but for real, for real, though,” Redemption was saying.

From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi