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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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The integrity of our legal system depends on accurate information and authentic legal authority.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Diners rave about its tacos, homemade salsa, and famous margaritas, and its burritos, while not entirely authentic, are unforgettable.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The film, which tells the true story of an all-Black, all-female battalion in WWII, also saw Kerry Washington take home the Best Actress award in a moment of genuine shock and gratitude.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
23 Feb. 2025
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But the film’s dull political edge doesn’t diminish the joy ride’s momentum, nor the flashes of genuine weirdness that keep us guessing.—
Beatrice Loayza,
New York Times,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The 2019 film Trial by Fire remained largely faithful to the real events of Willingham’s case and execution.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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For one night, Hollywood’s background actors are the real stars.—
Ryan Fonseca,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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First, throughout the world women outperform men in educational settings, outnumbering in the vast majority of academic degrees (including MBAs) and outscoring them on standardized assessments and GPA (same is true for primary and secondary school).—
Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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The Airbrush is also a true full-length style that's proved clutch for taller shoppers (see below).—
Andrea Navarro,
Glamour,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The actual facial steaming device, which is another pick approved by both Dr. Garshick and Dr. King, is made with sensitive skin types in mind.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
28 Feb. 2025
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Litherland believes the pharaoh's actual mummy is buried in a second tomb.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Pukka.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pukka. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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