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Definition as a matter of fact in British English

as a matter of fact phrase

phrase
1

used when you are going to give more details about something

Example

I haven't been here long. As a matter of fact, I just got off the plane yesterday.

Synonyms and related words
namely incidentally furthermore
2

used when you are going to disagree with or correct what has just been said

Example

'Was he in a bad mood?' 'No, as a matter of fact, he seemed quite cheerful.'

Synonyms and related words
after all as as a matter of fact
Definition as a matter of fact in British English