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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
The estate had to check the film for factual inaccuracies.
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Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 5 Mar. 2025
Also use your words to compose a factual, rational statement of your position.
—Chris John Amorosino, Hartford Courant, 4 Mar. 2025
Dalton said Talton’s actions were excessive force, again assuming the allegations in the lawsuit are factual.
—Silas Morgan, Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2025
This initial report will contain factual information gathered during the investigation's first phase but will not specify cause.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025
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Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 5 Mar. 2025
Also use your words to compose a factual, rational statement of your position.
—Chris John Amorosino, Hartford Courant, 4 Mar. 2025
Dalton said Talton’s actions were excessive force, again assuming the allegations in the lawsuit are factual.
—Silas Morgan, Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2025
This initial report will contain factual information gathered during the investigation's first phase but will not specify cause.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for factual
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And with good reason: His performance as a Jewish Hungarian architect lost in postwar America seemed to embody a whole historical era.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
2 Mar. 2025
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The beadwork and design features of each suit are intentionally placed to convey a unique visual story that reflects a common historical thread.—
Martie Bowser,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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While no actual attacks have at this point been reported, United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) received reports of electronic interference from multiple vessels on Monday in the Strait of Hormuz, east of the Arabian Peninsula.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
12 Mar. 2025
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That’s when things escalated even further, though not at the actual Twitch event.—
Alyssa Mercante,
Rolling Stone,
12 Mar. 2025
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That’s on the latest episode of Doc Talk, hosted by Oscar winner Ridley (12 Years a Slave, Shirley) and Carey, Deadline’s documentary editor.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
11 Mar. 2025
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Against that backdrop, this year’s festival hopes to accomplish what so many documentary filmmakers set out to achieve: to bear witness, spark debate, speak truth to power, and provide some measure of comfort and community in tumultuous times.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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These individuals deserve compassion, support, and real solutions to address their pain—not irreversible procedures that leave them scarred for life.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
11 Mar. 2025
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Still and thankfully, the aforesaid incident doesn’t stop Lauren from attending a wedding with Sean in Palm Springs, which is when things take a real turn towards Lauren’s self-actualization.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
11 Mar. 2025
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The promise of Severance is a seductive one: The titular procedure separates a person’s work self from the rest of their identity, granting them a literal work-life balance.—
Emma Stefansky,
The Atlantic,
6 Mar. 2025
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This driver encompasses the literal reasons for scented products—think masking unpleasant odors, creating a pleasant scent for your home, and making up for a lack of fresh air.—
Isabella Milano,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2025
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And even if that stuff weren’t true, there are already plenty of budget-friendly retailers who serve the consumer audience that wants that look, like Zara, COS, H&M, and literally countless others.—
Aamina Inayat Khan,
StyleCaster,
4 Mar. 2025
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This becomes even more true if a recession does result.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Factual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/factual. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.
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