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Factive

usgb/ˈfæktɪv/Volume
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Not Always True

Factive verbs presume truth, but the actual truth can be subjective or uncertain.

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She regrets that it happened, but it might not have actually happened.
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Common Factive Verbs

Some common factive verbs include 'know', 'realize', 'learn', and 'understand'.

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I realized that the store was closed.
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Imply Certainty

Using factive verbs indicates you're certain about the information following them.

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He knows that you are the winner.
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