Definition of 'as a matter of fact'

as a matter of fact

phrase

You use as a matter of fact to introduce a statement that gives more details about what has just been said, or an explanation of it, or something that contrasts with it.

It's not that difficult. As a matter of fact, it's quite easy.

'I guess you haven't eaten yet.'—'As a matter of fact, I have,' said Hunter.

Synonyms: actually, in fact, in reality, in truth More Synonyms of as a matter of fact

fact

as a matter of fact in British

or in fact

in reality or actuality

fact

as a matter of fact in British

actually; in fact

matter of fact

as a matter of fact in American

in reality; really; actually

: also in fact or in point of fact

fact

as a matter of fact in American

see this phrase at fact

matter

Example sentences containing 'as a matter of fact'

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Died in France, as a matter of fact, and wanted to be buried there. Melville, Anne THE HARDIE INHERITANCE (1999)I had a cup of tea with her yesterday, as a matter of fact. Barbara Erskine HIDING FROM THE LIGHT (1999)I've shed a tear or two myself recently, as a matter of fact. Howatch, Susan ULTIMATE PRIZES (1999)

They started out here, years ago, long before I moved in, as a matter of fact. J. A. Jance BREACH OF DUTY (1999)

Nearby words of 'as a matter of fact'

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Definition of as a matter of fact from the Collins English Dictionary

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