as a matter of fact
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Actually, as a matter of fact, we didn't.
From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2025
“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
“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
“Well, as a matter of fact, I asked that Swedish creature—a pleasant soul—if it was bolted, and she said it was.”
From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie
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