as a matter of fact
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“Also it’s scary. Just knowing as a matter of fact of our experience that we didn’t do it but then seeing the amount of people that have different theories is overwhelming.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 14, 2025
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
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
I've been an Issa Rae fan since the "Awkward Black Girl" web series days; as a matter of fact, I may have watched HBO's "Insecure" more times than her, so I was beyond excited.
From Salon ● Jul. 27, 2023
"We've been entertaining some Buffalo friends of Mrs. Antolini's . . . Some buffaloes, as a matter of fact."
From "The Catcher in the Rye" by J. D. Salinger
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