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ray guns/ˈreɪ ˌɡʌnz/nounbeginner

A fictional weapon, typically found in science fiction, that fires a concentrated beam of energy, light, or radiation rather than a physical projectile.

The retro-futuristic hero pointed his chrome ray gun at the invading alien fleet.

rc car/ˌɑːrˈsiː kɑːr/nounbeginner

A miniature model car that can be driven or controlled from a distance using a radio-frequency transmitter.

He spent the afternoon racing his fast electric rc car down at the local park.

re emphasize/ˌriː ˈɛmfəsaɪz/verbintermediate

To stress or highlight something again; to give renewed or additional importance to a point, idea, or statement that has already been mentioned or considered.

The coach had to re emphasize the importance of defensive play after the team's recent losses.

re enrol/ˌriː ɪnˈroʊl/verbintermediate

To register or sign up again, typically for a course, school, or membership, after a period of absence or expiration.

Students must re enrol for the upcoming semester before the registration deadline.

re-examine/ˌriː.ɪɡˈzæm.ɪn/verbintermediate

To examine something again, typically in order to check its accuracy, validity, or to find new information.

The committee decided to re-examine the evidence before reaching a final verdict.

reactivated/riˈæktɪveɪtɪd/adjectiveintermediate

Brought back into operation, use, or activity after a period of being inactive, suspended, or closed.

The military base was reactivated to support emergency relief operations.

reaffirm/ˌriː.əˈfɜːrm/verbintermediate

To state, assert, or confirm again strongly, publicly, or officially.

The world leaders met at the summit to reaffirm their commitment to the peace treaty.

real/riːəl/adjectivebeginner

Actually existing as a thing or occurring in fact; not imagined or apparent.

She thought she saw a ghost, but it turned out to be a real person.

real live/ˌriːəl ˈlɪv/adjectiveintermediate

Actual, genuine, and living; used emphatically to stress that something or someone is not imaginary, artificial, or recorded.

I couldn't believe it when a real live astronaut walked into our classroom.

real purpose/ˈriːəl ˈpɜːrpəs/nounbeginner

The genuine, underlying intention or objective behind an action, object, or situation, often contrasted with a stated or superficial reason.

The real purpose of the meeting was not to discuss the budget, but to announce the upcoming merger.

realities/riˈæl.ɪ.tiz/nounintermediate

The state or quality of having actual existence; the sum total of all things that are real or factual rather than imagined or idealistic.

She had to face the harsh realities of living on her own in a big city.

realizar/ʁe.a.li.ˈzaɾ/verbintermediate

To carry out, perform, or execute a task, plan, or event.

A empresa vai realizar uma conferência na próxima semana.

realizer/ˈriːəˌlaɪzər/nounintermediate

A person who brings something into physical existence or achieves a goal.

She is a visionary planner, but her business partner is the master realizer who turns ideas into profit.

realms/ˈrɛlmz/nounintermediate

Multiple kingdoms, domains, or spheres of activity, interest, or control.

The ancient empire stretched across many diverse realms, each with its own culture.

realty/ˈriː.əl.ti/nounintermediate

Real estate; land and the buildings or improvements attached to it.

The firm specializes in commercial realty throughout the downtown district.

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