in reality
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He had allegedly requested pay for time as a deployed Navy reservist, when in reality he had left the military a decade earlier, authorities said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026
For Fadel Dia, one of the protesters, the luxury resorts were “only the trigger” and in reality “there are many reasons why we are demonstrating here today”.
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
The authenticity that has helped Kish win over fans in a new role on “Top Chef” is key in reality TV, and vital for anyone looking for career longevity in the space.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
However, in reality, the billions that Nvidia has invested in its AI ecosystem “will only convert back to cash if and when those companies IPO or get acquired at favorable marks,” Collins added.
From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026
I would think I was procrastinating, when in reality, I was memorizing the geography of the world.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
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