true to life
The phrase "true to life" is often used to describe representations that accurately reflect real-world scenarios, people, or events.
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Definition
B2General
(common)Accurately representing real-world situations, people, or events.
Example
- The movie was praised for its true-to-life portrayal of the struggles faced by immigrants.
- Her paintings are so true to life that they almost look like photographs.
B2Art and Literature
(academic)Depicting characters or scenarios in a manner that is realistic and believable.
Example
- The novel's true-to-life characters make the story incredibly compelling.
- The artist's true-to-life sketches capture the essence of everyday life.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "true to life":
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