Be real
Both terms in one sentence
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So, the name "Secret Intelligence Service" seemed too "spy-like" to be real and looks like a fictional agency created by the show.
Source: Aluminum Christmas Trees -
Matt, having a well-known gag reflex, was immediately grossed out, but then seemed to decide that it couldn't possibly be real, until he was assured by a producer that it was.
Source: Series / The Joe Schmo Show -
Also because Deep Throat seemed too freaky to be real.
Source: Film / All the President's Men
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