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real world

[ree-uhl, reel] / ˈri əl, ril /


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It creates abstractions of the real world that allow it to assess the outcomes of actions.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

The study, titled "Invasive goldfish trigger a regime shift in experimental lake ecosystems of varying trophic state," used large outdoor freshwater mesocosms designed to mimic real world lake conditions.

From Science Daily • Jun. 26, 2026

In the real world, almost all retirees have some taxable income, even if it’s just bank account interest.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

Court reporters—who often rely on nonverbal cues and work with traumatized witnesses—are an example of AI’s limitations in replacing human skill in the real world.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026

“Sorry, but I don’t live in a fairy tale. I live in the real world, where people solve their...”

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott




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