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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
His reaction was short, and very matter-of-fact.
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Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
Yet to the rest of the Mountain West on deck, to the Pac-12 teams waiting in the hole, Jacobson also offered a warning in those quiet, dry, matter-of-fact North Dakota tones.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2025
The general public’s reaction was matter-of-fact acceptance.
—Gqlshare, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2025
As the film opens, a matter-of-fact, unemotional voice shares statistics about children living with poverty, parental abuse and alcoholism in the United States, as the numbers flash in simple white text on a black screen.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 30 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for matter-of-fact
Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
Yet to the rest of the Mountain West on deck, to the Pac-12 teams waiting in the hole, Jacobson also offered a warning in those quiet, dry, matter-of-fact North Dakota tones.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2025
The general public’s reaction was matter-of-fact acceptance.
—Gqlshare, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2025
As the film opens, a matter-of-fact, unemotional voice shares statistics about children living with poverty, parental abuse and alcoholism in the United States, as the numbers flash in simple white text on a black screen.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 30 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for matter-of-fact
Recent Examples of Synonyms for matter-of-fact
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This article has been updated with additional information and remarks. fairness meter fairness meter Newsweek is committed to journalism that's factual and fair.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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They are shared on social media or fed to reporters with intentional factual omissions and no regard for the truth.—
Liam Quinn,
People.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Instead, try being pragmatic and use your past thoughts and actions as a tool for future success. Follow me on Twitter or LinkedIn.—
Theodore McDarrah,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Helix BioPharma recognizes this challenge and has built its pragmatic approach to innovation around mitigating these risks.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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The last time Border Patrol averaged fewer than 9,000 monthly apprehensions along the southern border over a year was in the late 1960s, according to historical agency figures.—
Camilo Montoya-Galvez,
CBS News,
1 May 2025
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Outlander Outlander $20 $9 Amazon Diana Gabaldon’s historical fantasy novel (which was adapted into a six-season series now on Netflix) isn’t your average love triangle.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
1 May 2025
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The reality is that traditional university models aren’t a realistic option for some people.—
Arne Duncan,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2025
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Research rental markets carefully, weigh all the true costs of moving, and be realistic about whether a new salary offer truly offsets a higher cost of living.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The role of deep and purposeful human connection amid this literal and figurative perfect storm of circumstances has never been more crucial.—
Paul David,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Merrill has everything Max doesn’t: a wife, kids, a house to himself, a literal white picket fence.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
22 Apr. 2025
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The various plaintiffs challenging Trump's executive order argue requiring documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote would create barriers for millions of eligible voters.—
Jude Joffe-Block,
NPR,
24 Apr. 2025
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But Matheson pointed out that there was a lack of documentary evidence that that was the rationale for the purchase.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
15 Apr. 2025
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Accessing this group provides practical, actionable advice from peers who’ve successfully navigated comparable situations.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2025
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The modern privacy crisis demands a new kind of partnership between parents and children, built on honest dialogue and practical thinking.—
Lawrence Cappello,
Time,
2 May 2025
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The Edmonton Oilers entered the postseason with more roster questions than any true Stanley Cup contender this spring.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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While hazing has come under intense scrutiny in recent years, incidents like the one in Syracuse are reminders of how vague the true scope of hazing nationwide remains and the need for more tangible hazing prevention practices, experts and advocates say.—
Alisha Ebrahimji,
CNN Money,
3 May 2025
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“Matter-of-fact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matter-of-fact. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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