as a matter of fact

“I said, ‘Yes, as a matter of fact, I did.’

“Not only as a matter of law but also as a matter of fact, the federal conscience laws have protected pro-life doctors ever since FDA approved mifepristone in 2000,” he wrote.

Despite the victory on public ownership, the Left would concede - as a matter of fact - that they have lost control of the party.

Yes, I do as a matter of fact.

Sometimes — most the time, as a matter of fact — the Heisman candidate guides the ball into their hands in perfect stride.