Pronunciation: /ˈmæt̬ər əv ˌfækt/
noun a practical or realistic attitude or approach
A1 She spoke in a matter-of-fact tone when she told us the news.
A2 His matter-of-fact attitude helped calm everyone down in the emergency.
B1 The detective's matter-of-fact approach to solving the case impressed his colleagues.
B2 Her matter-of-fact explanation of the situation left no room for doubt.
C1 The scientist presented her findings in a matter-of-fact manner, focusing on the data.
C2 The CEO's matter-of-fact decision to restructure the company was met with mixed reactions from the employees.
adjective relating to or characteristic of facts or reality; not fanciful or imaginative
A1 She spoke in a matter-of-fact tone when telling me the time.
A2 The doctor's matter-of-fact attitude helped calm the nervous patient.
B1 The teacher explained the new math concept in a matter-of-fact manner.
B2 His matter-of-fact approach to problem-solving impressed his colleagues.
C1 The CEO's matter-of-fact decision-making style led to increased efficiency in the company.
C2 The detective delivered the news of the suspect's arrest in a matter-of-fact way, not revealing any emotion.
adverb in a straightforward or unemotional manner
A1 She spoke in a matter-of-fact tone when explaining the directions.
A2 He answered the question in a matter-of-fact manner, without any hesitation.
B1 The doctor delivered the diagnosis in a matter-of-fact way, not wanting to alarm the patient.
B2 The CEO addressed the employees in a matter-of-fact tone, outlining the company's new policies.
C1 The scientist presented the research findings in a matter-of-fact fashion, focusing on the data.
C2 The lawyer cross-examined the witness in a matter-of-fact manner, getting to the point quickly.
formal She spoke in a matter-of-fact tone during the business meeting.
informal He was very matter-of-fact about the whole situation.
slang I like how she's so matter-of-fact about everything.
figurative His matter-of-fact attitude cut through the confusion like a sharp knife.
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