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Synonyms

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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The adverts for prescription-only weight loss drugs appeared to show smiling healthcare professionals from the British retailer - but in reality they were made with AI.

From BBC

However, economists say the relatively low urban unemployment rate of around 5% masks what in reality is a brutal job market for many, especially young people.

From The Wall Street Journal

“I think everyone likes the idea of the Buzz, but in reality are people willing to pay that price with that limited range?”

From The Wall Street Journal

“We want peace. But not a peace that is in reality a capitulation,” French President Emmanuel Macron said last month.

From The Wall Street Journal

They’ve brought humor to the process and kept her grounded in reality.

From The Wall Street Journal

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