facts on the ground

Noun

idiomatic plural plural-only literally euphemistic

Japanese Meaning

理論や抽象的な概念と対比される、実際に存在する現実の状況や事実 / 特定の場所で観察される具体的な状況や事実

Policymakers must consider the facts on the ground before committing to any long-term plan.

政策立案者は長期計画を決定する前に、現地の実情を考慮しなければならない。

Sense（1）

(idiomatic) The situation in reality as opposed to in the abstract.

Sense（2）

(literally) Some aspects of the situation in a particular location.

Sense（3）

(idiomatic, euphemistic) The presence of military forces in a territory, rendering moot any debate over ownership.