factual
adjective
fac·tu·al
ˈfak-chə-wəl 
-chəl,
-chü-əl,
ˈfaksh-wəl
1
: of or relating to facts
a factual error
the factual aspects of the case
2
: restricted to or based on fact
a factual statement
She tried to separate what is factual from what is not.
factualness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of factual in a Sentence
That statement is not factual.
a report filled with factual errors
the factual aspects of the case
Recent Examples on the Web
More specifically, Fink makes two huge factual mistakes and creates one giant confusion in his letter.
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Randi Weingarten, Fortune, 5 Apr. 2024
Former Interior Secretary Bruce Babbitt, who oversaw management of the river under President Clinton, said the findings will help provide a solid factual base for discussions about the river’s future.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2024
While discussions about reforming Social Security and retirement savings are necessary, they must be grounded in factual analysis and a clear understanding of the implications for individuals and the economy.
—Brian Menickella, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
His argument is not entirely factual: crime affects South Africans from all walks of life, not just those earning a comfortable living.
—David McKenzie, CNN, 28 Mar. 2024
There's a bounty of factual information about the differences between organic and non-organic produce, in addition to many common public perceptions — and misperceptions — about which fruits and vegetables are safe and healthy.
—Joe Hernandez, NPR, 25 Mar. 2024
On the non-scripted and factual side, Asacha controls France’s Kabo Family (Scènes de Ménages) and Wag (Don’t Pick Up the Phone) and Arrow Media (See no Evil) in the U.K..
—Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Mar. 2024
The report will contain factual information gathered during the initial phases of the investigation.
—Abigail Celaya, The Arizona Republic, 18 Mar. 2024
The motion offers a preview of some of the factual and legal arguments that the defense is expected to raise at trial, in the event that the motion is denied.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 15 Mar. 2024
Randi Weingarten, Fortune, 5 Apr. 2024
Former Interior Secretary Bruce Babbitt, who oversaw management of the river under President Clinton, said the findings will help provide a solid factual base for discussions about the river’s future.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2024
While discussions about reforming Social Security and retirement savings are necessary, they must be grounded in factual analysis and a clear understanding of the implications for individuals and the economy.
—Brian Menickella, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
His argument is not entirely factual: crime affects South Africans from all walks of life, not just those earning a comfortable living.
—David McKenzie, CNN, 28 Mar. 2024
There's a bounty of factual information about the differences between organic and non-organic produce, in addition to many common public perceptions — and misperceptions — about which fruits and vegetables are safe and healthy.
—Joe Hernandez, NPR, 25 Mar. 2024
On the non-scripted and factual side, Asacha controls France’s Kabo Family (Scènes de Ménages) and Wag (Don’t Pick Up the Phone) and Arrow Media (See no Evil) in the U.K..
—Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Mar. 2024
The report will contain factual information gathered during the initial phases of the investigation.
—Abigail Celaya, The Arizona Republic, 18 Mar. 2024
The motion offers a preview of some of the factual and legal arguments that the defense is expected to raise at trial, in the event that the motion is denied.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 15 Mar. 2024
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“Factual.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/factual. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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factual
adjective
fac·tu·al
ˈfak-chə(-wə)l
ˈfaksh-wəl
1
: of or relating to facts
a factual error
2
: restricted to or based on fact
a factual statement
Legal Definition
factual
adjective
fac·tu·al
ˈfak-chə-wəl
1
: of or relating to facts
factual issues
2
: restricted to or based on fact
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