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realistically

American  
[ree-uh-lis-tik-lee] / ˌri əˈlɪs tɪk li /

adverb

  1. in a practical way.

  2. in a way that reflects reality.


Example Sentences

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We can not realistically expect Luke Shaw to play every game this season and there are still doubts as to whether Michael Carrick trusts Patrick Dorgu in defence.

From BBC Aug. 25, 2026

Or, more realistically, a positive share-price reaction to Nvidia earnings reinforces investors’ faith in the robustness of the artificial-intelligence trade.

From MarketWatch Aug. 24, 2026

"But realistically, it is virtually impossible under the current circumstances, and everyone knows that," he told AFP.

From Barron's Aug. 21, 2026

The study also offers researchers new ways to describe human decision-making more realistically.

From Science Daily Aug. 13, 2026

Wayne tries to look into his characters from every possible angle: up close, from a distance, how others see him, whether he sees himself realistically or believes his own lies.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove

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