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matter-of-factly

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“We don’t do French baguettes,” the woman behind the register replies matter-of-factly.

From Salon Jun. 30, 2026

“We just couldn’t do all the things,” Brockman said matter-of-factly.

From The Wall Street Journal May 30, 2026

“It’s part of how I engage with the world,” he says matter-of-factly.

From Los Angeles Times May 20, 2026

"Made in China," both father and son note matter-of-factly.

From BBC Apr. 23, 2026

She flipped through the records more matter-of-factly now, on a mission.

From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell