Dictionary of English - actually

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This can be used for emphasis or to express indignation: He actually called me a liar. It is also used instead of really: He may seem a bit simple, but actually he's quite shrewd. Avoid using it unnecessarily where no emphasis is called for: Actually, I've never met the Queen.

Red symbolizes the fire from Iceland's volcanos. White represents ice. Blue stands for the mountains. Effective date: 19 June 1915. >>