authentic

Example Sentences

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“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

“This is more than a home… it’s a private sanctuary, brought back to life with care, style, and enduring character. A rare opportunity for those seeking space, seclusion, and authentic Spanish charm.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Mr. Berger finds a path that accommodates both the grotesquerie and the moments of authentic emotion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

A video published by Iran's semi-official Mehr news agency - which was confirmed by BBC Verify to be authentic - showed a missile in the moments before it struck the base.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Worst of all, the “Gus Levy” signature looked fairly authentic.

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole