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Recent Examples of real-world
The competition engages Gen Z and Gen Alpha students in active, hands-on learning that can be applied to real-world problems, making STEM more tangible and showcasing its value both inside and outside the classroom.
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Magda Liszewska, Orange County Register, 24 Feb. 2025
Furthermore, the story that revolves around Rey’s efforts to relaunch the Jedi Order is set 15 years after The Rise of Skywalker, so the fictional timeline was always meant to provide some real-world breathing room.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Feb. 2025
As technology advances, digital car racing replicates many aspects of real-world motorsports, like navigating tire wear and adjusting setups.
—Madeline Coleman, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
The company also provides accurate information about businesses in any area, helping make informed decisions and refine search based on real-world usage data.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025
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Magda Liszewska, Orange County Register, 24 Feb. 2025
Furthermore, the story that revolves around Rey’s efforts to relaunch the Jedi Order is set 15 years after The Rise of Skywalker, so the fictional timeline was always meant to provide some real-world breathing room.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Feb. 2025
As technology advances, digital car racing replicates many aspects of real-world motorsports, like navigating tire wear and adjusting setups.
—Madeline Coleman, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
The company also provides accurate information about businesses in any area, helping make informed decisions and refine search based on real-world usage data.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for real-world
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Ancillary characters, such as Italian cycling champion and Resistance hero Gino Bartali, have real-life counterparts.—
Julia M. Klein,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2025
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The six-episode series tells the story of Enzo Tortora, the host of the real-life television show Portobello – which aired in 1977 for seven seasons – who was accused by justice collaborators of being part of a criminal organization involved in drug trafficking.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
24 Feb. 2025
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Joe McKendrick covers how technology moves markets and careers How do things work out when people are managed by algorithms, versus actual human beings?—
Joe McKendrick,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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However, the significance lies in the message rather than the actual financial loss.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent is a taut re-creation of a real event that took place during the Bosnian War, which has unfortunate parallels to our own trajectory.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
27 Feb. 2025
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Despite its seemingly trivial nature, ear wiggling could offer real benefits.—
Clarissa Brincat,
Popular Science,
27 Feb. 2025
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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
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The Houston Cougars are currently ranked No. 4 in the country and a bona fide National Championship contender.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
26 Feb. 2025
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Four bona fide bids advanced, including one from Lakeside Casino LLC, whose founding partner Michael Bond, the ex-state senator, had financed then-Mayor Sam Cunningham’s election campaign and helped elect several Waukegan City Council members as well.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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Currently, product content often mixes factual information with emotional appeals and brand storytelling.—
Kiri Masters,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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This initial report will contain factual information gathered during the investigation's first phase but will not specify cause.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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One dose is 93% effective, and two doses are 97% effective.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
28 Feb. 2025
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Veterans are often the military’s most effective recruiters — especially of their family members.—
Doug Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Feb. 2025
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When the concrete caved in on the visitation wall in front of Hall, the whole Friedmann investigation changed.—
Keith Sharon,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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Yet even though the Catalans finally returned to the 1:1 rule under Financial Fair Play (FFP) limits at the turn of 2025, that never amounted to anything serious or concrete as the England international wound up at Premier League rival Aston Villa instead.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Real-world.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/real-world. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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