reality check
Frequency: 8.016.2 per million words
an occasion that reminds you of the true facts of a situation
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Examples (10)
- It's time for a reality check: are these goals really achievable?
- His optimistic plans needed a serious reality check.
- The election results provided a harsh reality check for the ruling party.
- Moving to a new city often gives people a much-needed reality check.
- Sometimes, a failure can serve as a valuable reality check.
- She gave him a blunt reality check about his financial situation.
- The documentary offered a powerful reality check on global warming.
- Before investing, it's wise to do a thorough reality check.
- He received a rude reality check when his business failed.
- The professor's lecture was a sobering reality check for many students.