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get real

Idioms  
  1. Be realistic, understand what's going on, as in You think you'll win the lottery if you buy one ticket a week? Get real! [Slang; second half of 1900s]


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The AI model maker has formed a services company staffed with forward deployed engineers and a partnership program to help businesses get real value from their technology.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026

You don’t get real insight into a field in a weekend sprint.

From MarketWatch ● May 7, 2026

So, I don’t think you’re going to get real reform unless there are some competitive models.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 7, 2026

He added: "Can we just get real on this?"

From BBC ● Mar. 27, 2026

The rancid smell fills the room, and Mama’s lips get real tight.

From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles

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