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as in existence
the fact of being or of being real
the actuality of the Abominable Snowman is not taken seriously by scientists
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as in reality
the quality of being actual
the actuality of equal opportunity depends on more than just having laws that supposedly ensure it
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as in realization
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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as in case
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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Recent Examples of actuality
That insult may or may not be true, but Los Angeles is also a very real place where working people live, people whose lives and livelihoods (and, yes, self-images, because one thing this city has always understood is that images are also actualities) have now been violently upended.
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Matthew Specktor, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Jan. 2025
Sidney Poitier — Lilies of the Field (1963) Sidney Poitier made history as the first Black actor to win the Oscar for Best Actor, for a film that may seem slight on the surface but, in actuality, is a great representation of his one-in-a-million skill as a leading man.
—EW.com, 2 Mar. 2025
But in actuality, only now does the real work have to begin.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2025
In actuality, the infrastructure is a carefully orchestrated combination of multiple tracking systems.
—Erik Matuszewski, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
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Matthew Specktor, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Jan. 2025
Sidney Poitier — Lilies of the Field (1963) Sidney Poitier made history as the first Black actor to win the Oscar for Best Actor, for a film that may seem slight on the surface but, in actuality, is a great representation of his one-in-a-million skill as a leading man.
—EW.com, 2 Mar. 2025
But in actuality, only now does the real work have to begin.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2025
In actuality, the infrastructure is a carefully orchestrated combination of multiple tracking systems.
—Erik Matuszewski, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for actuality
Noun
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These companies feel like necessary building blocks of modern existence.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2025
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The existence of Sgamma’s letter has been reported in the Washington Post and Politico, which notes that it was first publicized earlier this week by a left-leaning watchdog group Documented.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Tori Spelling is known for starring in a generation-defining teen drama, several reality TV shows, and B-movies like Scary Movie 2 and The Last Sharknado.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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That must be a frustrating reality, especially with the playoffs so close.—
Jay King,
New York Times,
5 Apr. 2025
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That was such a cool realization, but the match is already lit.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Apr. 2025
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As April unfolds, the moon will reach its peak in your sign (April 12), bringing forth a pivotal realization or personal awakening.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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In any case, voter participation will still be low and that would seem to work in McCann’s favor, under the notion that Republicans have stronger proportional turnout.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Apr. 2025
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In both cases, the star forwards posted slightly better possession metrics without them, but better overall results with them.—
Nick Ashbourne,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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In fact, McGlamry says, it wasn’t referenced in any prior pleadings.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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In fact, her personal hatred of gripping challenges even served as her Survivor hot take below.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Whether that's more impressive than his in-ring accomplishments is up to interpretation.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Rejoining Formula 1 as its official timekeeper in 2025 is part of this version —but the message is broader: the brand is for those who push limits of high performance, competitiveness and accomplishment, in sports or life.—
Stéphane JG Girod,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra’s annual gala typically celebrates the performing arts organization’s achievements, but this year’s event also will honor someone else’s accomplishments.—
Jessi Virtusio,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
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In the comments, many people assured the woman that her parents are indeed proud of her achievement, despite their seemingly blasé reaction to the news.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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This offseason, a new head coach and the addition of several key players have increased the odds of success in Indiana.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Arsene Wenger’s early success in north London had been built on the pace and power of Vieira, Emmanuel Petit and Gilberto Silva, but when a scruffy 16-year-old with a dodgy mullet and a baggy shirt arrived from Barcelona, a new era began.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Actuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actuality. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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