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realistic

[ree-uh-lis-tik] / ˌri əˈlɪs tɪk /




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A more realistic grading might see us talk about moderately processed, heavily processed, very heavily processed, and then ultraprocessed, or something similar.

From Slate Jul. 12, 2026

Their findings suggest Starship's capabilities are both realistic and impressive.

From Science Daily Jul. 11, 2026

Mr. Kraus followed up the realistic “Whalefall” with “Angel Down,” a big swing that could’ve alienated readers but ended up winning the Pulitzer.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

But neither midfielder is currently viewed as a realistic sale after campaigns disrupted by fitness problems.

From BBC Jul. 8, 2026

When Special Agent Gonzales continued to question us, we all followed Abuelita’s advice and stuck to the more realistic part of our story.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall




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