Sentence examples for actually say that from inspiring English sources

The phrase "actually say that" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when you want to emphasize the truth or reality of what someone has stated or to clarify a misunderstanding.
Example: "I can't believe you think I would lie about this. I did actually say that during the meeting."
Alternatives: "truly state that" or "really mention that".

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"I guess you could actually say that!

Not that you actually say that out loud.

Scolari did not actually say that bit, he was already striding towards the door, but it is what he meant.

Don't think anyone would actually SAY that?

jk he didn't actually say that pic.twitter.com/1EzWOXTnaG.

His exact words were "Come fly with me, let's fly away," and yes, he didn't actually say that directly to me.

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Much amateur lipreading has been done over whether Smith actually said: "That's bullshit, man".

"We missed a historic chance" is what Gorbachev actually said that night.

He actually said that!

Author's note: Yes, she actually said that!

But actually saying that out loud is what made me say, "You know what?

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