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Compound Adverbs - Clarifying & Informing

Master English compound adverbs for clarifying and informing, like "in fact" and "in addition".

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Compound Adverbs
(as|so) far as {sth} [is] concerned

used to refer to the specific matter or topic being discussed or considered

Ex: As far as the weather's concerned, I'd stay indoors today, if I were you. 
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(as|) far as {sb} [know]

used to express one's uncertainty about the statement one has made as there might be something that makes it untrue

Ex: As far as we know, the company is expanding its operations. 
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as a matter of fact

used to introduce a statement that presents a truth or reality, often to clarify or emphasize something

Ex: As a matter of fact, I did see him at the store earlier today. 
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(as a|in) point of fact

used to introduce a statement that provides factual information or clarifies a point with accuracy

Ex: The media often portrays the situation inaccurately; in point of fact, crime rates have been steadily declining over the past decade. 
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in fact
in fact
[Adverb]

used to introduce a statement that provides additional information or emphasizes the truth or reality of a situation

Ex: She said she would be late; in fact, she didn't arrive until well after the meeting had started. 
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in addition
in addition
[Adverb]

used to introduce further information

Ex: We need to buy milk, bread, and eggs.  In addition, we should pick up some fruit for snacks. 
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in reality
in reality
[Adverb]

used to contrast with appearances or assumptions, emphasizing the actual state of affairs or the way things truly are

Ex: In reality, the situation is more complex than it appears on the surface. 
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in truth
in truth
[Adverb]

used to emphasize that something is being expressed honestly or genuinely, often revealing the real facts or feelings

Ex: In truth, I have always admired your dedication and hard work. 
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that is to say

used to introduce an explanation or clarification of a point just made

Ex: The project must be completed by the end of the month, that is to say, within the next two weeks. 
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as a rule
as a rule
[Adverb]

used to indicate something that is typically or generally true or customary

Ex: As a rule, we start our meetings at 9:00 AM sharp. 
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by the same token
by the same token
[conjunction]

used to connect two related statements, showing that the same reasoning or principle applies to both

Ex: He enjoys spending time outdoors, and by the same token, he dislikes being cooped up indoors for too long. 
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