BUT ACTUALLY

Definition: Used to introduce a contrast or contradiction, indicating that what follows is a correction or clarification of what has just been said.

Synonyms: Actually Though, Yet Really, Though Really, Still Though, Yet Truly

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Literature

I was told the book was a difficult read, but actually, I found it quite engaging and easy to follow.

A: Our sales figures for last quarter were quite impressive, showing a significant increase compared to the previous year.B: That's true, our sales did see a notable rise. But actually, if we look closer, the increase was mainly driven by a few large clients rather than across the board.A: Ah, I see. So, while the overall numbers are up, it's not as evenly distributed as it initially appears.B: Exactly. We need to delve deeper into the data to understand the underlying trends.

BUT ACTUALLY

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