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I Introduce Topic Conversation John Rang Advice Read

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You use a_______ to introduce a new topic into a conversation .You use actually to introduce a new topic into a conversation .
Well actually, John, I rang you for some advice.
Actually, let's just read this little bit where you've made them bump into each other.
word actually
full-definition
adverb
You use actually to indicate that a situation exists or happened, or to emphasize that it is true .
One afternoon, I grew bored and actually fell asleep for a few minutes.
Interest is only payable on the amount actually borrowed.
You use actually when you are correcting or contradicting someone.
No, I'm not a student. I'm a doctor, actually.
'So it's not a family show then?'—'Well, actually, I think that's exactly what it is.'
You can use actually when you are politely expressing an opinion that other people might not have expected from you.
'Do you think it's a good idea to socialize with one's patients?'—'Actually, I do, I think it's a great idea.'
I would be surprised, actually, if he left Birmingham.
You use actually to introduce a new topic into a conversation .
Well actually, John, I rang you for some advice.
Actually, let's just read this little bit where you've made them bump into each other.
cefr-level A2

Tags: oxford5k::cefr-level:a2

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