1
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
Adjective
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Christian captivity narrative historical dramas have never been the same.—
Lester Fabian Brathwaite,
EW.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
Adjective
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The court found that its interpretation of the rules was not based on their actual words and was not foreseeable for broadcasters.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
28 Feb. 2025
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Joe McKendrick covers how technology moves markets and careers How do things work out when people are managed by algorithms, versus actual human beings?—
Joe McKendrick,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This documentary film by director Errol Morris takes the viewer back in time to August 1969, when Charles Manson’s followers killed seven people on his orders.—
Dana Feldman,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Apple Original Films has completed production on Bono: Stories of Surrender, a documentary film about the making of the U2 singer and songwriter.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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So IndieWire asked Davis about faking affluence and building a real garden that acts as a character in its own right.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
27 Feb. 2025
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For one night, Hollywood’s background actors are the real stars.—
Ryan Fonseca,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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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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But while Connecticut is largely forested, only about one-tenth of 1% of all forest land in the state is considered true old-growth forest.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
4 Mar. 2025
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That’s true, however, what this risk assessment request by the governor does do is put the whole matter in Newsom’s hands, despite the resentencing hearing set for later in March.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Factual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/factual. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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