"the reality is" meaning in English

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Phrase

Head templates: {{head|en|phrase}} the reality is
  1. (idiomatic, colloquial) Used to introduce the main crux or issue, or to dispel any preconceived notions or misperceptions. Tags: colloquial, idiomatic Related terms: that's the thing, the thing is
    Sense id: en-the_reality_is-en-phrase-B4Kd~Rot Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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