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also pucka
as in authentic
being exactly as appears or as claimed
wondering whether the old-looking ivory box was pukka—or just something recently manufactured in China
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Recent Examples of pukka
And if my name were Nikki or Bobby, the state of the state would be pukka — sorry, strong.
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Anand Giridharadas, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2016
Anand Giridharadas, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2016
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pukka
Adjective
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As for its authentic green credentials, the Beach Club Explorer Catamaran includes eco-friendly aluminum and sustainable decking materials throughout.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
21 Jan. 2025
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Micro-influencers bridge the gap between brands and communities, ensuring the underserved groups feel seen, understood and valued because of their authentic, relatable communication style and ability to deeply engage with niche audiences.—
Tony Gonzalez,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Velcro dogs simply enjoy staying close, while dogs with separation anxiety experience genuine panic when left alone.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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The industry’s obsession with olfactory hierarchies of terpenes and flavors has supplanted genuine curiosity about the science of cannabis.—
Jahan Marcu,
Rolling Stone,
29 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The real people who are in danger are those who are fearful of being deported.—
Brian Bennett,
TIME,
22 Jan. 2025
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The real scandal is not that violent rioters were charged on this occasion but that they were let off on so many other occasions.—
The Editors,
National Review,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Multigenerational families living together is very true to Latine culture in the United States and beyond.—
Zayda Rivera,
Parents,
27 Jan. 2025
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And if so, is that a price the WNBA is willing to pay to stay true to its values?—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
27 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Typically, travelers achieve a redemption value of around 1.5 cents per point, making this promotion an excellent opportunity to buy points at a rate close to (or at) their actual value.—
Stella Shon,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Jan. 2025
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Beyond functionality, however, the actual benefits of skin care in makeup are less effective.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Pukka.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pukka. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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