artificiality

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The concept of a year-round mountain resort took the area into a realm of artificiality that is no longer seen as viable.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

While one of the hallmarks of Chekhov’s work is its emotional authenticity, “The Disappear” never quite dispels a feeling of artificiality.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

In Vienna, it tasted like history, although a Viennese couple next to me in standing room complained of artificiality.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 11, 2025

The artificiality of Vanderpump’s makeshift empire is most easily spotted in “Vanderpump Villa,” a show made of popsicle sticks and glue.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2025

The artificiality of her parents’ relationship always seemed harder, more shaming, when she was here in Kano.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie