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authentic

[aw-then-tik] / ɔˈθɛn tɪk /


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This year, more people are seeking out "authentic" holiday experiences abroad rather than all-inclusive tourist traps, according to ABTA, the association for British travel agents.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Does discovering that a desire is deep-seated, or authentic, suffice to make it a worthwhile goal?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

“I love miniskirts, and it’s such a big part of my brand, and I feel like my most free, authentic self when I am in a miniskirt, to be honest.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The result is a deepening crisis of trust as hyper-realistic AI fabrications compete for attention with -- and often drown out -- authentic images and videos.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

They don’t taste like anything, but they make it seem more authentic somehow.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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