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as in factual
restricted to or based on fact
a matter-of-fact recitation of the events of the last week
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as in pragmatic
willing to see things as they really are and deal with them sensibly
a matter-of-fact woman who didn't worry about "what ifs"
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Recent Examples of matter-of-fact
His matter-of-fact voiceover, while authoritative, laments that movie’s lack of success.
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Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 25 Dec. 2024
As is their dynamic, Tang is more matter-of-fact, ever mindful of the human dynamics.
—Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024
But Bernard never imagined that his matter-of-fact LinkedIn post about it would catch the eye of a recruiting guy in Wisconsin, whose TikTok video on the situation would go viral.
—Elissa Robinson, Detroit Free Press, 12 Dec. 2024
Yet Hyde, who grew up in Idaho and Oregon, is matter-of-fact about his accomplishments.
—Debra Utacia Krol, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 25 Dec. 2024
As is their dynamic, Tang is more matter-of-fact, ever mindful of the human dynamics.
—Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024
But Bernard never imagined that his matter-of-fact LinkedIn post about it would catch the eye of a recruiting guy in Wisconsin, whose TikTok video on the situation would go viral.
—Elissa Robinson, Detroit Free Press, 12 Dec. 2024
Yet Hyde, who grew up in Idaho and Oregon, is matter-of-fact about his accomplishments.
—Debra Utacia Krol, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for matter-of-fact
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The Senate is also set to vote on whether to confirm the remaining Trump Cabinet picks, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health and Human Services secretary. fairness meter fairness meter Newsweek is committed to journalism that's factual and fair.—
Ewan Palmer,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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Veteran filmmaker Burns directed and produced the epic factual series about the formation of the U.S. along with Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt and written by long-term collaborator Geoffrey C. Ward (The Vietnam War).—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
10 Feb. 2025
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That unpleasant character proposes Kasper join him and older, pragmatic Hasse (Christopher Wagelin) in robbing one of the city’s primary cash-handling operations, which services banks and other businesses.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
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Perceptions of Emery as a pragmatic manager are outdated — his squad-building suggests a more relaxed, free-wheeling approach.—
Jacob Tanswell,
The Athletic,
16 Feb. 2025
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The filmmaker is already developing several new projects exploring different periods in Chinese history, continuing her interest in finding contemporary answers through historical examination.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2025
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After four years of historical research supported by deep diving, a team led by filmmaker Karl Taylor has finally solved the mystery, locating the wreckage of both ships.—
Sean Kingsley,
Smithsonian Magazine,
18 Feb. 2025
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Yet others are realistic: any action here will anger some corner of the Democratic coalition that, at the moment, is far from unified or confident that their team in Washington knows what’s next.—
Philip Elliott,
TIME,
14 Feb. 2025
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Bregman represented a unique opportunity who did not seem like a realistic option as the Cubs quickly checked off items early in the offseason, building upon a roster that is already favored to win the division.—
Patrick Mooney,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
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With Philly fans in town, that just might be literal: the Big Easy might have to count their Romeo catchers when big game crowds go home.—
Jack Crosbie,
Rolling Stone,
8 Feb. 2025
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The simplest, most literal answer: Erickson likes the instrument.—
Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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Already making its way around the global pitching circuit, documentary film Mothers in Transit explores the world of cross-border surrogacy, following Taiwanese couples navigating surrogacy in Ukraine and Thailand amid shifting regulations.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2025
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Elsewhere in the talk with Rachel Marie, McRae was asked to name the Eagles quarterback and where was former Eagles center Jason Kelce’s documentary streaming.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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These exercises can involve bodyweight movements, resistance bands, free weights, or stability equipment to challenge your muscles in a dynamic and practical way.—
Kelly Burch Published,
Verywell Health,
7 Feb. 2025
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Social organizations helping trans people tend to focus more on these very practical issues, like helping people find work.—
The Dial,
The Dial,
6 Feb. 2025
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As the true scale of the fallout comes into view, African governments are wondering how to fill gaping holes left in vital services, like health care and education, that until recent weeks were funded by the United States.—
Declan Walsh,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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As for the Bright Midnight archive, the drummer believes that the Doors’ live records are the backdoor into the band’s true genius.—
A.D. Amorosi,
Variety,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Matter-of-fact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matter-of-fact. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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