as a matter of fact
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Yes, I do as a matter of fact.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 26, 2023
Sometimes — most the time, as a matter of fact — the Heisman candidate guides the ball into their hands in perfect stride.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 23, 2023
“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
And Christ himself, as a matter of fact, says, ‘Men ought always to pray and not to faint.’
From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger
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