actualities

noun

Definition of actualitiesnext
plural of actuality
1
as in accomplishments
the state of being actual or complete the actuality of a manned flight to the moon would never have been believed a hundred years ago

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2
as in cases
something that actually exists these estimated tax revenues, from casinos that have yet to be built, are being treated as actualities

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  1. accomplishments
  2. cases
  3. realizations
  4. facts
  5. achievements
  6. realities
  7. successes
Noun
  • Securing large investments to boost the local economy, creating jobs and providing quality public amenities were key accomplishments this year, according to city leadership.
    Hema Sivanandam, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Let your accomplishments speak for you.
    Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of accomplishments
Noun
  • The version of the virus detected in San Mateo County lies at the center of an outbreak that has killed more than 1,000 people this year in Central and Eastern Africa, with most of those cases being in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
    Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
  • The version of the virus detected in San Mateo County lies at the center of an outbreak that has killed more than 1,000 people this year in Central and Eastern Africa, with most of those cases being in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
    Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
Definition of cases
Noun
  • Over the last 7 days I have been overjoyed by many kind words, realizations, and humble understandings of this piece of art.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
  • These realizations have all been enough to spur the launch of ventures founded on giving renters amenities that are more practical than flashy.
    Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of realizations
Noun
  • These audio summaries aren’t robotic recitations of facts.
    Roger Dooley, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This perspective recognizes that ML, at its core, is about extracting patterns and facts rather than copying creative expression.
    Roomy Khan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of facts
Noun
  • Last, recognizing and celebrating achievements, especially during challenging times, boosts morale and builds a resilient team.
    Bryant Richardson, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • These impressive achievements are really just different compared to those of able-bodied competitors.
    Mark LaSota, Ph.D., Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Definition of achievements
Noun
  • Universities need to address the realities of the cyber world and equip the next generation of software developers with the essential skills to minimize exploitable vulnerabilities.
    Chris Wysopal, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
  • One of the biggest challenges wellness practitioners face is balancing their passion for healing with the often overwhelming realities of running a business.
    Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of realities
Noun
  • Challenging Israel’s advance Iran hopes to slow and potentially reverse Israel’s successes against Hezbollah, especially as Israel embarks on ground operations into southern Lebanon.
    Aaron Pilkington, The Conversation, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Now that Israel has shifted its attention to Lebanon and scored several initial tactical successes against Hezbollah, Iran cannot afford to stand back and watch for two main reasons.
    Aaron Pilkington, The Conversation, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of successes
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