1
as in reality
the quality of being actual
like other scientists, astronomers deal in the realm of fact, not speculation
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as in case
something that actually exists
once considered a wild fantasy, the Internet is now a fact of everyday life
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as in detail
a single piece of information
a book of little-known facts about famous people
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as in information
facts plural
a collection of factual knowledge about something
after reading the facts on the situation, the president concluded that an outbreak of hostilities was all but certain
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Recent Examples of fact
The same thing is going to happen if there is in fact a policy change from a trading perspective.
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Evan Clark, WWD, 16 Jan. 2025
In fact, the kids, now grown up, didn’t know anything about Banksy at the time.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 16 Jan. 2025
Historically, driving has come with very few costs for the driver — in fact, most of it, from road infrastructure to free parking, is actively subsidized by the government.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 16 Jan. 2025
In fact, of more than 83,000 flu samples tested within the past year, just three cases were detected.
—Erika Edwards, NBC News, 16 Jan. 2025
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Evan Clark, WWD, 16 Jan. 2025
In fact, the kids, now grown up, didn’t know anything about Banksy at the time.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 16 Jan. 2025
Historically, driving has come with very few costs for the driver — in fact, most of it, from road infrastructure to free parking, is actively subsidized by the government.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 16 Jan. 2025
In fact, of more than 83,000 flu samples tested within the past year, just three cases were detected.
—Erika Edwards, NBC News, 16 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for fact
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fact
Noun
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The harsh reality is that a narcissistic boss can cost you promotions, reputational capital, and even your mental health.—
Mark Murphy,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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This new reality has transformed the writing life into a juggling act of creative and entrepreneurial responsibilities.—
JD Barker,
Rolling Stone,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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In those cases, the project reports the most conservative tolls of missing people.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2025
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The incident comes as shelters and pet hospitals in Michigan, including Woodhaven Animal Hospital and Romulus Animal Shelter, reported seeing a rise in animal abuse cases.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
26 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Brides already have plenty of other details to worry about with hair and makeup looks.—
Jennet Jusu,
Allure,
22 Jan. 2025
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After Bolton was fired by Trump, the president terminated his security detail.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Jackson Health System, a public safety net provider in Miami, said in a statement that quarterly reports to the state don’t contain individual patient information.—
Vanessa G Sánchez and Daniel Chang,
CNN,
23 Jan. 2025
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Anyone with information regarding the death of Houston Jr. are urged to call CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
23 Jan. 2025
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By embracing the imperfections, his music remained rooted in authenticity and truth.—
Britt Julious,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Jan. 2025
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The director refused to commit to any one truth or mood, allowing for—and encouraging—myriad understandings.—
Emma Stefansky,
The Atlantic,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Fact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fact. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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