realism
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Realism is achieved not through bare-bones scenic furniture but through the combustible relationships of characters who exist with one another in a purgatory of disillusionment.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
"Realism means we must be pragmatic in our dealings with this US administration and focus on our core interests," he said.
From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026
Realism is clearly not the goal here: Michalik is an entertainer who loves a dramatic twist, and “Passport” showcases his ability to keep a narrative moving.
From New York Times • Jan. 30, 2024
"At its worst, it divides and excludes," said Alison McQueen, associate professor of political science at Stanford University and author of "Political Realism in Apocalyptic Times."
From Salon • Mar. 21, 2023
“I didn’t care for it. Realism in art doesn’t interest me; I like Picasso and—”
From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick
Vocabulary lists containing realism
Power Suffix: -ism
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The Suffix -ism, Part 1
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Reading: Literature - Middle School
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