Clarifying & Informing

As far as the weather's concerned, I'd stay indoors today, if I were you.

As far as we know, the company is expanding its operations.

As a matter of fact, I did see him at the store earlier today.

事实上, 实际上

The media often portrays the situation inaccurately; in point of fact, crime rates have been steadily declining over the past decade.

媒体经常不准确地描述情况；事实上，犯罪率在过去十年中一直在稳步下降。

事实上, 实际上

She said she would be late; in fact, she didn't arrive until well after the meeting had started.

她说她会迟到；事实上，直到会议开始后很久她才到达。

另外, 此外

We need to buy milk, bread, and eggs.In addition, we should pick up some fruit for snacks.

我们需要买牛奶、面包和鸡蛋。此外，我们应该拿一些水果当零食。

实际上, 事实上

In reality, the situation is more complex than it appears on the surface.

实际上, 情况比表面上看起来更复杂。

事实上, 说实话

In truth, I have always admired your dedication and hard work.

说实话，我一直很钦佩你的奉献精神和努力工作。

也就是说, 换言之

The project must be completed by the end of the month, that is to say, within the next two weeks.

该项目必须在月底前完成，也就是说，在接下来的两周内。

通常, 一般而言

As a rule, we start our meetings at 9:00 AM sharp.

通常，我们会在上午9点整开始会议。

同样地，出于同样的原因

He enjoys spending time outdoors, and by the same token, he dislikes being cooped up indoors for too long.

他喜欢在户外度过时光，同样地，他不喜欢在室内呆太久。