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The phrase 'was actually able to' is correct and usable in written English.
You can use the phrase 'was actually able to' when referring to the ability to do something that was thought to be difficult or impossible to do. For example: Despite the challenges, she was actually able to complete the project on time.
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"Russ is pretty quick back there, and I was actually able to make a pitch".
"I was actually able to go to Europe for two months.
"I was actually able to bring home a number of girls," he added.
On one occasion, Meadows was actually able to unite the room in applause.
He seemed like a man well within the limits of football coaching, who was actually able to verbalize about flaws.
I was actually able to lock myself in a room and work on a project for three years".
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"I'm actually able to follow their train of thought," he says.
"I'm actually able to do something to help my buddies if something happens".
When you wear a mask, you're actually able to become who you really are.
Basilisk lizards (Basiliscus) are actually able to run across water for short distances.
"It shows the Europeans are actually able to do something together," Mr. Véron said.
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