Meaning of the word "as a matter of fact" in English
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as a matter of fact
US /æz ə ˈmæt.ər əv fækt/
UK /æz ə ˈmæt.ər əv fækt/
Phrase
1.
in reality; in fact (used to emphasize the truth of a statement, often one that is contrary to what might be expected)
Example:
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I thought he was angry, but as a matter of fact, he was quite pleased.
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Are you going to the party? As a matter of fact, I am.
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