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authentic

[aw-then-tik] / ɔˈθɛn tɪk /


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Platner's supporters argue that his flaws are part of a broader redemption story and that voters are willing to accept an imperfect candidate who feels authentic.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

“We wanted to show a little more authentic vulnerability, which we see very much in the previous versions intentionally.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Jantos rejects suggestions that the tools are encouraging people to outsource dating to AI, arguing they are designed to boost confidence rather than replace authentic interactions.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

We know what is authentic, but we are also cognizant of what brings us together and what feeds us.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

He opens the flask, anoints me, while I seem to faint, with the authentic holy water used on the feet of the holy saint.

From "Good Masters! Sweet Ladies!: Voices from a Medieval Village" by Laura Amy Schlitz




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