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reality check

noun

Definitions

  1. A check or review to make sure something is consistent, reasonable, etc.

    • Near-synonyms: sanity check, sanity test; sniff test
    • Be sure to do a reality check on the idea before releasing it.

  2. A wake-up call

    A wake-up call; a reminder.

    • United's renaissance under manager Erik ten Hag already has the tangible reward of the Carabao Cup but Liverpool unleashed a brutal reality check on their progress with a severe thrashing.

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