in truth

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Synonyms of in truthnext
: in accordance with fact : actually

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There are scenes that—if even remotely based in truth—constitute pretty significant scoops. — Julia Black, Vanity Fair, 13 Oct. 2026 Despite the fanfare of an official press conference, in truth, nothing in NASA’s report is especially revelatory. — Robin George Andrews, Scientific American, 8 Oct. 2026 That’s not about how the song would have made for a poorer fit in the country landscape of 2005 or 2015 — in truth, the song’s casual timelessness is one of its most endearing and immediately apparent qualities. — Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 29 Sep. 2026 But combat, which in truth has never been a highlight in any of these games (Silent Hill f being the only exception), feels like an afterthought in Townfall. — Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in truth

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of in truth was in the 14th century

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“In truth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20truth. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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