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reality-based

American  
[ree-al-i-tee-beyst] / riˈæl ɪ tiˌbeɪst /

adjective

  1. (especially of television) portraying or alleging to portray events as they actually happened.


Example Sentences

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Barrett, a former law professor, did not seem persuaded that this notoriously sloppy and economically illiterate document was a substitute for reality-based reasoning.

From Slate • Nov. 5, 2025

The concept of self-governance requires believing citizens are entitled to reality-based information to make informed decisions.

From Salon • Oct. 18, 2024

In the time between Imagineering stints, Vaughn helped oversee DreamScape Immersive, a virtual reality-based firm that had focused on communal games.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2024

“Someone who poses a risk of domestic violence is dangerous,” Barrett pronounced, conclusively, to the immense relief of the reality-based community on Tuesday.

From Slate • Nov. 8, 2023

The age change for the Quest headset comes as building a virtual reality-based version of the metaverse has become crucial to Meta’s future.

From New York Times • Jun. 16, 2023