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as a matter of fact







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“I said, ‘Yes, as a matter of fact, I did.’

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 16, 2024

“What is dangerous is when anyone singles out a career prosecutor or a career FBI agent, and we know as a matter of fact that kind of singling out has led to threats,” he said.

From Washington Times Sep. 20, 2023

The tribunal, which ended on 1 August 2022, adjudged as a matter of fact that the attack had taken place.

From BBC Sep. 6, 2023

“The disclosures state scientific findings as a matter of fact, when in reality, they range from heavily contested to unsupported by the evidence,” Ezra wrote.

From Seattle Times Sep. 1, 2023

“Not far from my flat, as a matter of fact, though I don’t know exactly which road this is.”

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman




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