FACT


Meaning of FACT in English

noun

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.'

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