real-world
adjective
: existing or occurring in reality : drawn from or drawing on actual events or situations : real-life
a real-world example
… the complex relationship between a word and the real-world thing it labels.—
Jean Aitchison
Jean AitchisonDigital objects aren't bound by the same constraints as real-world objects—that is, broadly speaking, the whole point of digital objects—but they're often made to look like real-world objects anyway.—Lev Grossman
Lev Grossman… combine the rigors of academics with the soothing realities of real-world applications.—Ricardo Bilton
Ricardo BiltonThe paintings are essentially abstract, but they don't feel abstract. They feature, besides passages of figurative drawing, a real-world aura …—Peter Schjeldahl
Peter SchjeldahlExamples of real-world in a Sentence
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Through hands-on training, classroom instruction, and real-world experiences, students develop the skills, knowledge, and leadership qualities necessary to succeed in demanding and rewarding professions, the release said.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2024
As more and more Americans flock to the virtual world of Roblox, brands are trying all kinds of tricks to bring real-world retail experiences to the gaming platform.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 7 June 2024
Both seasons were primarily shot in the real-world town of Covington, Georgia, located less than an hour east of Atlanta.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 7 June 2024
The lessons offer guidelines for how students might establish more climate-resilient societies — real-world practice powered by Unreal Engine.
—Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2024
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Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2024
As more and more Americans flock to the virtual world of Roblox, brands are trying all kinds of tricks to bring real-world retail experiences to the gaming platform.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 7 June 2024
Both seasons were primarily shot in the real-world town of Covington, Georgia, located less than an hour east of Atlanta.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 7 June 2024
The lessons offer guidelines for how students might establish more climate-resilient societies — real-world practice powered by Unreal Engine.
—Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2024
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“Real-world.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/real-world. Accessed 11 Jun. 2024.
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