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as a matter of fact

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as a matter of fact

Actually. Often used for emphasis. As a matter of fact, I did remember to pick up dinner on the way home from work.

See also: fact, matter, of

as a matter of fact

actually; in addition to what has been said; in reference to what has been said. As a matter of fact, John came into the room while you were talking about him. I'm not a poor worker. As a matter of fact, I'm very efficient.

See also: fact, matter, of

as a matter of fact

(spoken)

actually in (point of) fact I did vote for her, as a matter of fact.

Usage notes: used to emphasize the truth of what you are saying

Related vocabulary: in reality

See also: fact, matter, of

as a matter of fact

and AAMOF

phr. & comp. abb. actually; in fact. AAMOF, Bob just came in. As a matter of fact, he’s right here. You want to talk to him?

See also: fact, matter, of

as a matter of fact

In fact; actually.

See also: fact, matter, of