I'm just stating the fact vs I'm just stating a fact

"I'm just stating the facts" is sometimes used when people make statements that sound rude or inappropriate. They use this sentence to claim that they are simply being truthful.

Tip: Use this sentence with caution because it can often start arguments!

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"I'm just stating the fact"

This is an idiom that's usually phrased as "I'm just stating the facts." While the speaker is claiming that a previous statement is truthful, it's often hurtful or rude.

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"I'm just stating a fact"

The standard version of this idiom is "I'm just stating the facts." It often follows a statement that can be interpreted as mean or inappropriate.

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