Idiom idiom
the fact that
Meaning
you use this to introduce a piece of information or a situation that is true, especially when it is the subject of a sentence.
Examples
“The fact that he is late makes me angry.”
“The fact that the store is closed on Sundays means we must buy our groceries on Saturday.”
“The fact that the evidence was discovered so late in the investigation forced the judge to reconsider the entire case.”
Last updated April 22, 2026