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1
BAD : In my own country, Saudi Arabia, in fact the government faces many problems.
GOOD : In my own country, Saudi Arabia, the government faces many problems.
2
BAD : 'Is the operation really necessary?' - 'Well, in fact, if he doesn't have it, he could die.'
GOOD : 'Is the operation really necessary?' - 'Well, the fact is (that) if he doesn't have it, he could die.'
3
BAD : These advertisements are misleading. As a matter of fact, you have to pay for everything in the end.
GOOD : These advertisements are misleading. The fact is (that) you have to pay for everything in the end.
BAD : Even if you feel nervous, don't show it. As a matter of fact, the horse will soon sense it if you are afraid.
GOOD : Even if you feel nervous, don't show it. The fact is (that) the horse will soon sense it if you are afraid.
4
BAD : On the other hand, I agree to the fact that laws are necessary.
GOOD : On the other hand, I accept the fact that laws are necessary.
BAD : I agree with the fact that politics and ecology will never go hand in hand.
GOOD : I accept the fact that politics and ecology will never go hand in hand.
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accept/appreciate the fact that ... (NOT agree to/with the fact
that ... ): 'I appreciate the fact that funds are limited.'