facts on the ground
词源说明
Back-formation from put facts on the ground.
释义(英文)
名词 Noun
- (idiomatic) The situation in reality as opposed to in the abstract.
- (literally) Some aspects of the situation in a particular location.
- (idiomatic, euphemistic) The presence of military forces in a territory, rendering moot any debate over ownership.
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