Rendezvous with Reality

1. A sudden encounter with economic reality that dramatically changes one's perceptions, plans or outlook.
2. A rude awakening to the stark differences between fantasy and actual life.
3. The dramatic change process that began in September 2008 with the collapse of the U.S. financial system.

Jean was planning to buy a vacation home in Hawaii until she had a Rendezvous with Reality -- her retirement fund had declined 50% since last fall.

by Peter Kobs May 19, 2009

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net realisable value

The price of a sellable item (highest at which it can be sold at) less the cost of bringing it to the point of sale (repairs, delivery etc.)

The computer is worth £X, but repairing it will cost £Y, and delivery costs and admin will be £Z.

Net realisable value is £X-(Y+Z)

by Kung-fu Jesus July 6, 2004

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that reality show fucker

One of many popular disparaging nicknames for the 45th POTUS.

To me and to so many, he will forever be that reality show fucker!

by Dr Bunnygirl September 12, 2020

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Reality

A fucked up dream.

Dreamin' is the only way people escape reality

by William Ward March 1, 2004

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Conspiracy Realist

A person who understands that the "Conspiracy Theory" is no longer a theory and now has an abundance of truth and/or facts which point to the real reality

"That Conspiracy Realist is open minded and willing to pull back the curtain to see what is really going on."

"Take the Red Pill and become a Conspiracy Realist."

"Eventually the truth is brought to light, and history tells the real story, vindicating the Conspiracy Theorists."

by Conspiracy Realist July 12, 2020

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