ma
tter
of
fact
1
presenting information in a straightforward, unemotional, and practical manner
- He gave a matter-of-fact explanation of the procedure, focusing solely on the necessary steps.
- Her matter-of-fact response to the surprising news made it seem less dramatic than it was.
- The police officer's matter-of-fact tone reassured the witnesses during the investigation.
- His matter-of-fact recounting of the events left no room for speculation or emotional interpretation.
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2
not fanciful or imaginative
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