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as in honesty
the free expression of one's true feelings and opinions
an interview in which the members of the rock band speak with candor about their recent squabbling
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as in brilliance
the quality or state of having or giving off light
the desert sun shone down on the intrepid travelers with fiery candor
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Recent Examples of candor
The Mental Illness Happy Hour The Mental Illness Happy Hour talks mental health with a refreshing candor, making listeners feel safe—and free to grin on through anything that comes their way.
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Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 24 Nov. 2024
We were surprised by the number of issues which the group generally agreed on and the spirit of constructive candor and engagement embodied by the group and near-unanimous optimism for moving forward.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, TIME, 21 Dec. 2024
Eye contact, valued in some cultures as a sign of openness and candor, might be seen as rude or intrusive elsewhere.
—Carol Kinsey Goman, Ph.d., Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Both evaluators were granted anonymity for their candor. Infielder Chase Meidroth, 23, is sort of the opposite of Montgomery, a high-floor player who at 5-foot-10, 170 pounds doesn’t necessarily look the part.
—Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
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Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 24 Nov. 2024
We were surprised by the number of issues which the group generally agreed on and the spirit of constructive candor and engagement embodied by the group and near-unanimous optimism for moving forward.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, TIME, 21 Dec. 2024
Eye contact, valued in some cultures as a sign of openness and candor, might be seen as rude or intrusive elsewhere.
—Carol Kinsey Goman, Ph.d., Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Both evaluators were granted anonymity for their candor. Infielder Chase Meidroth, 23, is sort of the opposite of Montgomery, a high-floor player who at 5-foot-10, 170 pounds doesn’t necessarily look the part.
—Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for candor
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Her honesty and integrity in standing up for the citizens of San Diego can teach us all.U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025
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There's definitely a midwestern quality, a good, wholesome honesty that comes with her to New York.Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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And anyone can acknowledge the author’s brilliance.Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 13 Jan. 2025
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The gold reflects the enduring nature of existence, while the diamonds symbolize the moments of brilliance and joy that make life precious.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
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Much like the moon — which happens to be Cancer's planetary ruler — Mary has an emotional pull that stirs something deep in those around her, effortlessly drawing them into her orbit with her heartfelt sincerity and loving nature.Athena Sobhan, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025
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For three seasons in Laramie, Wyo., Allen heaved 75-yard bombs in practice, lived off Applebee’s and charmed teammates with his leadership style, a goofy sincerity and plenty of drinking games.Rustin Dodd, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
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Family circles will have wrapped themselves in the holy pleasures of the great occasion, and everywhere the grand old holiday will have been introduced with all the majesty and brilliancy which clings around the hallowed name of Christmas.Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 23 Dec. 2024
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The Red Planet, shining at magnitude –1.4, is 40° to the east-northeast, and the king of planets, Jove, still near its greatest brilliancy for the year at magnitude –2.8, lies 46° west-southwest of Luna.Michael E. Bakich, Discover Magazine, 7 Nov. 2022
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Corsair says the monitor can hit 350 nits of brightness.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 12 Jan. 2025
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Ambient lighting can help set the mood, create a comfortable brightness level, and provide visibility throughout a large space.Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2025
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There’s a directness to Jim’s music, a solidity that feels apparent from the first note.Giovanni Russonello, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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This easygoing directness is repeated in the interior blueprint.Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2025
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Despite its lightness, the new Asus laptop packs a range of impressive features.Prakhar Khanna, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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As Mindy Chen, Park provides both lightness and depth in a series that oscillates between kitsch and charm.Theresa Pichler, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Candor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candor. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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