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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
Whishaw gives Hujar’s words a matter-of-fact quality, but there’s a slight hint of melancholy to him, too.
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Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 29 Jan. 2025
Ali looked matter-of-fact, as if the instance had been a slight snag.
—Mikal Gilmore, Rolling Stone, 17 Jan. 2025
That explains why Pereira delivered the news in such a matter-of-fact way in the wake of Wednesday’s 3-0 defeat.
—Steve Madeley, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
Afterward, Williams was matter-of-fact about his emotions at the end of the game.
—Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for matter-of-fact
Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 29 Jan. 2025
Ali looked matter-of-fact, as if the instance had been a slight snag.
—Mikal Gilmore, Rolling Stone, 17 Jan. 2025
That explains why Pereira delivered the news in such a matter-of-fact way in the wake of Wednesday’s 3-0 defeat.
—Steve Madeley, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
Afterward, Williams was matter-of-fact about his emotions at the end of the game.
—Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for matter-of-fact
Recent Examples of Synonyms for matter-of-fact
Adjective
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This initial report will contain factual information gathered during the investigation's first phase but will not specify cause.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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Currently, product content often mixes factual information with emotional appeals and brand storytelling.—
Kiri Masters,
Forbes,
25 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Perceptions of Emery as a pragmatic manager are outdated — his squad-building suggests a more relaxed, free-wheeling approach.—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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Companies can make immersive replicas of historical sites or cultural experiences, charging fees for virtual tours, education or events.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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The two decided to use handheld cameras, an unusual technique in Mexico at the time, to make the film feel viscerally realistic.—
Stephania Taladrid,
The New Yorker,
27 Feb. 2025
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And it’s been wonderful to have such a realistic set.—
Alex Jhamb Burns,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2025
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Black’s thermal photography shows us, in a literal sense, the rising heat signature of our presence on public lands across the West.—
James Pogue,
Harper's Magazine,
19 Feb. 2025
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Styling will be key to making the bohemian aesthetic more romantic and less literal.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
14 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
Adjective
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Meanwhile, the emphasis on centralized hydrogen hubs is giving way to onsite and distributed hydrogen production, a more practical approach for businesses looking to decarbonize without relying on extensive infrastructure.—
Ethan Stone,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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View Comments Michael Boone, Nvidia’s manager for trustworthy AI product, said the company is committed to building AI products not just for corporate customers, but to also foster practical applications for the technology.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN,
20 Feb. 2025
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The same is true for floss, which is often made of or coated with plastic.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
Health,
20 Feb. 2025
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Some may worry that setting back your thermostats could end up costing more money, based on the common misconception that furnaces work harder to warm a space back up — but experts say that’s not true.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
20 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 3 Mar. 2025.
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