actually

Example Sentences

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Consumer psychologist Kate Nightingale says companies actually want customers to associate negative emotions with the cancellation process.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

This has actually happened to Peet “like a million times,” she admits, including once on a red carpet when photographers started shouting Bell’s name at her.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Higher labor-force participation would actually be good news for the job market.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

“We will probably lower our recession odds from 35% back to 20% once we have a better handle on whether the conflict in the Persian Gulf is actually over,” he added.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

They have actually pecked the puppies away from the food pans until they have gone through and taken what they want.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen