In a manner that is based on facts or corresponds to reality; according to what is actually true.
From factual + -ly (adverb suffix). Derives ultimately from Latin factum, creating the adverbial form for describing actions or statements in terms of their adherence to truth.
When someone says 'factually speaking,' they're putting down a boundary—this part isn't up for debate or interpretation because it's just... what happened.
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