not actually
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From the moment I heard it I thought it was the street answering the elite: You keep telling us we’re all divided but that’s not actually how we’re rolling, have a rethink.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026
But I am not actually that bothered whether I am right or wrong.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Department of Homeland Security agent admitted the women had not actually published the purported victim’s address.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
We realized, Wait, it’s not actually a pool guy.
From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026
After all the ringing, her voice burbled out: “You got Josie! Well, not actually, because you really just got my voicemail. But leave a message, and I’ll call you back!”
From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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