IRL

in real life (in contrast with communication and interaction online or in a fictional situation): I play online video games with people I've never met IRL.

Origin of IRL

from its use in digital communications

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Examples from the Web for irl

Contemporary Examples of irl

So, for $4.99 IRL, you can acquire 5,000 Kardashian dollars—enough to purchase four of the aforementioned sleeveless tees.
Inside ‘Kim Kardashian: Hollywood’: The Reality Star’s Aspirational App and Vainest Project Yet
Frances McInnis
June 23, 2014

British Dictionary definitions for irl

IRL

abbreviation for

text messaging in real life
Ireland (international car registration)

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