in deed vs in fact

Both 'in deed' and 'in fact' are correct phrases, but they are used in different contexts. 'In fact' is a common expression used to introduce a statement that provides additional information or confirms something previously mentioned. On the other hand, 'in deed' is less common and is typically used in a more formal or literary context to refer to an action or accomplishment.

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in deed

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in modern English. It is typically found in formal or literary contexts.

The phrase 'in deed' is used to refer to an action or accomplishment, often in a formal or literary context.

Examples:

His loyalty was proven in deed, not just in words.
The hero's bravery was acknowledged in deed by the entire village.
She was a woman of great wisdom, and her actions spoke louder than words, in deed.

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In this particular case, the steps that have been taken in Lebanon require our effective support both in word and in deed.
The timing of opening negotiations will depend on the authorities' commitment to tackling these issues in deed as well as in word.
UN Security Council Resolution 1373 has forced countries to improve their policies on terrorism, not only in word but also in deed, not only by improving old legislation or by drafting new legislation but also by implementing it.
I have to say that she has betrayed you in thought- and if she had an opportunity- would have betrayed you in deed.
We condemn the EU, which is against the genocide of the Palestinians in word, but tolerates it in deed by putting both sides on an equal footing.
I believe he has the support of the European Parliament, but he must also have that of the Commission, and not just in word, but also in deed.
You honor yourself in deed and action.
You honor yourself in deed and action.
We are yet but young in deed.
You were such to me that all my days I ought to express it in word and in deed.
Turkey's long, arduous and uncertain journey towards accession needs changes in deed, not just in word.
We are yet but young in deed.
The EU thus has an opportunity to criticize India not only in word but also in deed.
It is now time to get started again, because the public is beginning to suspect that this Euro-Mediterranean policy exists in word rather than in deed.
If you find this boy guilty in desire but not guilty in deed then he must walk out of this courtroom as free as you or l.
Would the Commission not consider it appropriate to intervene in word and in deed with the competent Italian authorities?
From the beginning, chosen before time, last in deed, but in thought - prime.
last in deed, but in thought - prime.
there are plans to exert any form of pressure, in the context of the relations between the European Union and Kosovo, to ensure that freedom of the Christian faith is recognised and respected in word and in deed?
It is not enough to be firm in protest, however; we must also be resolute and proactive in deed.

Alternatives:

indeed
in reality
in truth
actually
in actuality

in fact

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to introduce a statement that provides additional information or confirms something previously mentioned.

The phrase 'in fact' is used to introduce a statement that provides additional information or confirms something previously mentioned.