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as in honestly
to tell the truth
actually, I'd rather spend the evening at home
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as in really
in actual fact
I call her Aunt Emily, but she is actually my cousin, not my aunt
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Recent Examples of actually
Although the developer’s lighting plan would create a higher measurement of light than is allowed by code along the south property line — where the retention pond is — Beaver said lighting levels actually would decrease from existing conditions.
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Marie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
Bailey would actually drive contestants to their destination.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 15 May 2025
Kylie Jenner was there, too, and was actually filmed practicing the dance beforehand.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 3 May 2025
The gold sky is actually leaves of gold integrated into the hand-painting work.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 3 May 2025
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Marie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
Bailey would actually drive contestants to their destination.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 15 May 2025
Kylie Jenner was there, too, and was actually filmed practicing the dance beforehand.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 3 May 2025
The gold sky is actually leaves of gold integrated into the hand-painting work.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 3 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for actually
Adverb
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It’s built for immersive gaming but honestly makes everything look cinematic, even spreadsheets.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
20 May 2025
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The museum trip is lighthearted and honestly just such a beautiful moment between these two.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Adverb
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Bobby’s death affects every single character’s story in a way that really no other character death would.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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There was a time when Marvel was really crushing DC, but for the last few years it’s been pretty bleak on all sides, with only a smattering of decent comic book movies punctuating a the parade of mediocrity.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Adverb
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What was once a landscape often dominated by volume and aggressive tactics is quickly changing, driven by regulatory headwinds, increased consumer awareness and, frankly, the diminishing returns of outdated approaches.—
William DeCourcy,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Bars shouldn’t let people buy drinks for strangers and shouldn’t facilitate this very outdated—and quite frankly predatory—practice.—
Hana Asbrink,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 May 2025
Adverb
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You’re Obsessed With Learning About The Business Compared to hobbies, which are usually for fun and leisure, business is a very serious undertaking.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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And, because the cube is moving at nearly the speed of light, that position was very different indeed.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
14 May 2025
Adverb
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For a small insurance company operating in a niche market, an underwriting workbench might indeed be an unnecessary luxury.—
Marcin Nowak,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Deadline confirmed from sources close to the star that the man standing on the roof was indeed Cruise.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
12 May 2025
Adverb
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So how did Beane feel about the postseason — where MLB teams are truly judged — according to the book itself?—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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For some, that might look like eating at a favorite restaurant, walking along the beach, or spending time with people who truly see you.—
Stephanie Long,
Essence,
15 May 2025
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“Actually.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actually. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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