actual

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The first argument tries to sidestep actual risk factors and is empirically contested.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

I've included the actual anthem clip that aired last night for comparison.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Researchers believe this change is caused by temperature effects rather than an actual increase in carbon monoxide abundance.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

A dictator who built himself a trophy six times bigger than the actual prize.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Beowulf remarked that Lady Constance already behaved as if every day were her birthday, and all three children grew wide-eyed at the thought of what she might be like on the actual day.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood