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Recent Examples of matter-of-factly
Victims' families packed the courtroom, weeping as Heuermann matter-of-factly answered each of the prosecutor's questions.
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Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
When Frank asked him why a saint would visit a short, chubby guy with glasses who played goalie, Gus said very matter-of-factly that it was well known that ordinary folks and the poor often received such visions.
—David McGrath, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
One director noted matter-of-factly that certain generative AI shots in his sizzle reel would be replaced with conventional VFX before release – an admission that spoke volumes about how embedded the technology has become, and how wary practitioners remain of audience or investor scrutiny.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Mar. 2026
The Lakers are 15-9 in their last 24 games, Redick said matter-of-factly.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Lilian liked Anna, who was on the school board, knew what was going on, and gossiped matter-of-factly with neither pettiness nor zeal.
—Yiyun Li, New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2026
Some, like Imam Siddiqi, are approaching it matter-of-factly.
—Juwayriah Wright, Time, 17 Feb. 2026
Quenneville, who is in his first year with the Ducks, praised LaCombe’s disposition and saw his mild manner matter-of-factly, expressing confidence in his ability to handle the bright lights of the Olympic stage.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 8 Feb. 2026
The Oscar winner matter-of-factly mentioned the procedure during an interview in The New Yorker, that touched on, among other topics, many aspects of motherhood.
—Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 27 Oct. 2025
Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
When Frank asked him why a saint would visit a short, chubby guy with glasses who played goalie, Gus said very matter-of-factly that it was well known that ordinary folks and the poor often received such visions.
—David McGrath, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
One director noted matter-of-factly that certain generative AI shots in his sizzle reel would be replaced with conventional VFX before release – an admission that spoke volumes about how embedded the technology has become, and how wary practitioners remain of audience or investor scrutiny.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Mar. 2026
The Lakers are 15-9 in their last 24 games, Redick said matter-of-factly.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Lilian liked Anna, who was on the school board, knew what was going on, and gossiped matter-of-factly with neither pettiness nor zeal.
—Yiyun Li, New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2026
Some, like Imam Siddiqi, are approaching it matter-of-factly.
—Juwayriah Wright, Time, 17 Feb. 2026
Quenneville, who is in his first year with the Ducks, praised LaCombe’s disposition and saw his mild manner matter-of-factly, expressing confidence in his ability to handle the bright lights of the Olympic stage.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 8 Feb. 2026
The Oscar winner matter-of-factly mentioned the procedure during an interview in The New Yorker, that touched on, among other topics, many aspects of motherhood.
—Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 27 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for matter-of-factly
Adverb
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At an April 16 discussion with Batyr, an Australian youth mental health charity, Meghan spoke candidly about online abuse.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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Friedell reported that league and team sources said Kerr's desire to speak candidly on social and political issues had, at times, caused internal frustration.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The level of attention and intensity surrounding everything this president says or does is disturbing, frankly.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Arsenal’s equaliser in their 2-1 win over OL Lyonnes was, frankly, a daft goal.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The practice has surged in popularity as celebrities and pro athletes openly share their routines.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
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Even commentators who are openly critical have begun to borrow the same phrasing, the same rhythm, the same constant escalation.—
Atom Ariola,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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And then, right as Joe’s already prevalent rage is on the precipice of going nuclear, a CGI giraffe nonchalantly strolls past a third-story window in the background.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
21 Apr. 2026
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One blueprint for aura farming comes courtesy of a viral video of a boy dancing nonchalantly on a race boat.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Charlotte Reiss's kitchen in the heart of Provence is a casually elegant space that would put any home cook at ease.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
27 Apr. 2026
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Bierman captured the moment as Wetjen stood near the green, casually holding a wedge while taking the call — a scene that somehow makes getting drafted to the NFL feel like just another Saturday afternoon.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Most of the staff are politely, if coolly, efficient, but there were a couple of more gregarious waitstaff at the restaurant who were happily chatting with diners, explaining the provenance of various ingredients.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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To wriggle out of Joseph’s grasp, Michael hires a brash young lawyer, John Branca, played by Miles Teller, who lends the coolly confident character a delightfully rough edge.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
23 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Matter-of-factly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matter-of-factly. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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