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realistically

American

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

adverb

in a practical way.
in a way that reflects reality.

Example Sentences

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Having left F2 before the end of 2024, he says that "realistically" F1 is no longer the goal for him and he currently races in Japan in the Super Formula series.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

As of late 2024, close to 2,300 gigawatts of wind, solar, storage and other projects were waiting in U.S. interconnection queues, far exceeding the capacity that can realistically be added in the near term.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

Six months ago, Arthur and Islas could realistically dream of Kentucky after Intrepido won the Grade 1 American Pharoah at Santa Anita.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Greer said he was looking forward to frank conversations on WTO reform, its future role, and what it "realistically can, and cannot, accomplish".

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

I couldn’t think of a property company, either, let alone one that might realistically be hiring.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins

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