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in reality

Idioms  
  1. Actually, in fact, as in He may seem slow to you, but in reality he's very intelligent. [Second half of 1600s]


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But, in reality, given she has moved to the road since winning gold in Birmingham, McColgan was unlikely to be a medal contender anyway at Scotstoun.

From BBC Jul. 25, 2026

While some stock pickers prioritize emotion over reason, many remain rooted in reality.

From MarketWatch Jul. 13, 2026

But Chishti, of the Migration Policy Institute, said in reality, “Congress can’t do anything — it was left powerless by the Supreme Court.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 6, 2026

But in reality the Auroville that now attracts thousands of tourists and yoga enthusiasts developed in a more organic way in keeping with the minimalist ecological principles of its people.

From Barron's Jun. 25, 2026

Unfortunately, during battle, our magic tore a hole in reality, and we fell through a portal to Earth.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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