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FAKT/fækt/

A fact is something true that you can prove: a scientific fact, in fact, the fact that… Opinion is what you think; fact is what is true. As a matter of fact softens a correction. Factual is the adjective. In fact often adds a stronger or surprising point, not a new dictionary meaning.

Meaning

Something that is true and can be proved.

Examples

• “It is a fact that water boils at 100 degrees.”
• “Check the facts before you share the story.”
• “He looks young. In fact, he is over fifty.”

Good to know

a fact / in fact / the fact that. Contrast: opinion. Adjective: factual.

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