realism
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What sets their story apart from other revenge-laden tales of late is Harris’ remarkable knack for unvarnished realism.
From Salon • May 19, 2026
For Nicholas Pinnock, who plays successful actor Solomon, that realism is what makes the show feel distinctly British in its outlook.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
But the realism in this book is comparatively undercooked.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
The story, known for its suffusive magical realism, follows three generations of the del Valle Trueba women through the turbulent history of a conservative South American country, inspired by Allende’s Chile.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
The advantage of realism at face value is that it seems easier to understand.
From "History of Art, Volume 1" by H.W. Janson
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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