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also naturalist
as in realistic
closely resembling the object imitated
the movie's volcanic eruption is so naturalistic that it's easy to forget that it all came out of a computer
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Recent Examples of naturalistic
Captured on location in Egypt, India, South Korea, and New York City, IFC Films’ latest experiment in suspense — a father-daughter espionage adventure starring Phoebe Dynevor and Rhys Ifans — uses a naturalistic shooting style that spurred some great behind-the-scenes stories.
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Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 23 Jan. 2025
What starts off as a staid and naturalistic drama, about a man experiencing a midlife crisis following the death of his mother, veers into Buñuel or De Palma territory in the latter half.
—Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Jan. 2025
This is the only film on this list that’s not available in the U.S.
Heli [2013]
There’s no sugarcoating that this naturalistic drama features a graphic sequence of harrowing violence that may prove too difficult for some audiences to stomach.
—Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2025
Its prose is tranquil, pellucid, and naturalistic, favoring dialogue over introspection or philosophy.
—Sam Sacks, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 23 Jan. 2025
What starts off as a staid and naturalistic drama, about a man experiencing a midlife crisis following the death of his mother, veers into Buñuel or De Palma territory in the latter half.
—Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Jan. 2025
This is the only film on this list that’s not available in the U.S.
Heli [2013]
There’s no sugarcoating that this naturalistic drama features a graphic sequence of harrowing violence that may prove too difficult for some audiences to stomach.
—Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2025
Its prose is tranquil, pellucid, and naturalistic, favoring dialogue over introspection or philosophy.
—Sam Sacks, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for naturalistic
Adjective
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And it’s been wonderful to have such a realistic set.—
Alex Jhamb Burns,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2025
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The ability to cover water while also presenting a realistic looking bait is key for catching numbers of smallmouth.—
Derek Horner,
Outdoor Life,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Instead of following pre-programmed scripts, modern AI systems allow NPCs to exhibit lifelike decision-making and emotional responses, enhancing immersion.—
Abdo Riani,
Forbes,
18 Dec. 2024
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This pre-lit garland features green berries, delicate eucalyptus leaves and lifelike pine cones.—
Nora Colomer,
Fox News,
5 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The telescope will pinpoint the location of each of these galaxies, creating a massive three-dimensional atlas of the cosmos.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
28 Feb. 2025
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Zeus Views The strapless cherry red dress earned its rightful place on the best dressed list with its three-dimensional tiered structure.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Their bodies are thicker, a little more natural, than the slim models of today.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN,
26 Feb. 2025
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Guys like Justin Thomas, Wyndham Clark, Xander Schauffele or Billy Horschel being natural heels and trolls is good, casual entertainment.—
Gabby Herzig,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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Among those drawn to the place is Neftalí, who arrives in the company of a Bengal tiger—a vivid symbol of the untamability of the region, in both the novel and the world.—
David L. Ulin,
The Atlantic,
21 Feb. 2025
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Losing the reserves The constant risk of wildfires was brought into vivid relief last month when multiple blazes around Los Angeles killed dozens, destroyed thousands of structures and caused billions of dollars in economic damage.—
Zac Anderson,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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Carter was a living example of the struggle to end war and suffering around the world and to promote peace, justice and human rights.—
Storer H. Rowley,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Jan. 2025
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As scientists gather more examples, the pair’s private hand-on-eye code remains a poignant reminder of how similar chimpanzees are to their closest living relatives.—
Brandon Keim,
New York Times,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Naturalistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/naturalistic. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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