1
as in historical
restricted to or based on fact
a factual biography of George Washington that scoffs at the story about the cherry tree
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as in actual
existing in fact and not merely as a possibility
a serious scientist, she is only interested in factual phenomena and lets others speculate about the hypothetical
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Recent Examples of factual
His attempt to fire her, based solely on a referral letter, lacks any factual or legal basis.
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Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2025
OpenAI also says there is a 45 percent to 65 percent reduction in factual errors over GPT-4, depending on the setting, as well as substantial gains in handling medical and coding tasks on industry-standard benchmarks.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
In the ruling, Southwick emphasized that while presidents enjoy wide discretion under the AEA, the courts retain authority to interpret the statute’s key terms and decide whether the factual findings fit within them.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
The statement appears to contain a factual error.
—Chiara Eisner, NPR, 1 Sep. 2025
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Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2025
OpenAI also says there is a 45 percent to 65 percent reduction in factual errors over GPT-4, depending on the setting, as well as substantial gains in handling medical and coding tasks on industry-standard benchmarks.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
In the ruling, Southwick emphasized that while presidents enjoy wide discretion under the AEA, the courts retain authority to interpret the statute’s key terms and decide whether the factual findings fit within them.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
The statement appears to contain a factual error.
—Chiara Eisner, NPR, 1 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for factual
Adjective
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Backdropped against empty space, absent any signifying detail or decoration, Mockrin’s once historical figures and details exist only in the here and now.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Many of these local gems are cozy relics that house unique pieces that evoke a sense of nostalgia, hold a coveted aesthetic or have historical significance.—
Olivia Lee,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Then there’s what’s inside the actual soup.—
Shindy Chen,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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This model ensures that the people most affected by these issues have actual input rather than just serving as inspirational case studies.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Betty Ann Adam, one of the documentary subjects, came on board as executive producer.—
Jennie Punter,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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As part of his reconstruction over the last 5 years, Rose rebuilt the physical sets in 3D and then worked out the camera moves to fit with the documentary evidence, script, extensive notes from Welles and the studio, along with set photos, interviews and archive materials.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Meeting these expectations has put real strain on automotive retail, challenging dealers to know when to rely on intelligent tools—and when to step in with human expertise.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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The final debut group will be selected through real-time global voting during the live broadcast.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The number culminated in some choreography complete with literal waterworks.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Broncos’ offense is going through the motions right now, literal or otherwise.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Redshirt junior Colton Boomer and true freshman Canaan Moore ach missed a field goal — Boomer from 46 yards and Moore from 24.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Sep. 2025
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Red maple Red maple stays true to its name.—
Chris McKeown,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Recently, this sacrament has garnered nonfictional attention.—
Timothy Gabrielli,
The Conversation,
25 Aug. 2025
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“Factual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/factual. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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