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reality show

British

noun

a television show in which members of the public or celebrities are filmed living their everyday lives or undertaking specific challenges

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A few weeks after my visit, he told Fox News that he has spent part of the past several months traveling the country for a reality show he’s making to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

The state previously had a smaller incentive program, but former Gov. Chris Christie killed it to save money and blocked a planned payout to the reality show “Jersey Shore.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

One reality show she had no plan to be on is I'm a Celebrity...

From BBC • May 25, 2026

I’d almost like to see you win, because that’s one reality show I’d be sure to watch.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

A singing competition, a reality show, One-Fifteen, a celebrity dance—wait.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas

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