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/ɪn ˈfækt/ · in.fact
conjunction
- used to indicate that a statement is true or accurate I thought it was going to rain, but in fact, the sun came out.
- used to introduce a contrasting statement I wanted to go to the movies, in fact, I ended up staying home and reading a book.
adverb
- used to emphasize the truth of a statement I'm not lazy, in fact, I'm just conserving my energy.
Did you know? The phrase 'in fact' is often used in formal writing and speech to add emphasis and clarity to a statement, making it a crucial part of effective communication.