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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
In fact, the Eastern Seaboard offers quality terrain for skiers of all levels.
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Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
Her goal is to improve the health of our community through easy-to-understand facts and real people's stories.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
Isaacman said during a news briefing Thursday that his decision was informed by the fact that four crew members are slated to launch to the space station on NASA’s Crew-12 mission in the coming weeks, and the agency is assessing ways to expedite that launch.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026
In fact, the name came about exactly a week before this Seven Wonders journey began.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 8 Jan. 2026
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That said, many of the gains players made here won’t dramatically affect their bottom lines, and the reality is that most players on ECHL deals will still need those second jobs and other sources of income to continue to chase their dream of making it to the next level.—
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And the reality of Victoria Park is much more wonderful.—
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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli said his team found cases drag on for more than two years, and one lasted about seven years.—
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The people elect representatives to project their ideas and feelings to those in power and, in our case, with three branches that keep each other in check.—
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Court documents say the funds were used to fund their lifestyle and on luxury goods, although the documents did not provide additional details on the spending.—
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This capability allows users to capture ultra-high-resolution video while preserving fine detail.—
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Contact information is usually on the shipping label or the carrier’s website.—
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In doing so, drivers can ensure their insurer has accurate information, thereby keeping them protected without paying more than necessary.—
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Good and truth will hopefully come up and show its face and win.—
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January 20 – February 18 When tenderness meets truth, healing begins.—
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“Fact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fact. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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