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real

[ree-uhl, reel] / ˈri əl, ril /


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“The past year marked a real breakthrough,” said Shawna Morris, who heads trade policy at the National Milk Producers Federation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

"We're making sure teenagers have somewhere to go, someone to talk to and a real chance to thrive," Nandy added.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

But other reasons for the shift highlight real vulnerabilities should Rubio run.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

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From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

I think she’s probably right, and hope that one day I’ll believe her for real.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam