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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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But with so many difficulties to navigate, a full rekindling of the old relationship is unlikely - it is more realistically the start of a slow diplomatic thaw.

From BBC

The top eight is realistically out of reach, but avoiding defeat will secure a play-off spot.

From BBC

If you purchase a mattress from a discount store, you are realistically increasing the risk of problems.

From MarketWatch

If trials were successful, realistically it would be 2028-29 before a change would be rolled out across the game.

From BBC

A standard blood smear can contain thousands of individual cells, far more than a person can realistically examine one by one.

From Science Daily

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