not actually
Example Sentences
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Under F1's rules, Mercedes were able to ask only for a review of the five-second penalty, which they did not actually serve, regardless of whether it was incorrectly awarded.
From BBC • Jun. 19, 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
However, that narrative might not actually be playing out.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
“Maybe it does bother me,” he says, “but only peripherally. It’s like a buzzing fly, you know? Annoying, but not actually life-threatening.”
From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon
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