as in honestly
to tell the truth
frankly, I'd rather stay at home than go to the movies tonight
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Recent Examples of frankly
While the researchers found meaningful overlap, there were also some surprising—and, frankly, hilarious—anatomical contrasts.
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Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 19 Dec. 2024
Castle has also raised awareness for the blind simply by speaking frankly about his life, such as having his guide dog Mr. Maple turned away at a restaurant.
—Jenelle Riley, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
And frankly, the pace of learning has never seemed faster.
—Robert Logemann, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
The endless array of wine gadgets and kitschy paraphernalia out there can be overwhelming, and frankly, not all of it is bound to be useful or appreciated.
—Anna Lee Iijima, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 19 Dec. 2024
Castle has also raised awareness for the blind simply by speaking frankly about his life, such as having his guide dog Mr. Maple turned away at a restaurant.
—Jenelle Riley, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
And frankly, the pace of learning has never seemed faster.
—Robert Logemann, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
The endless array of wine gadgets and kitschy paraphernalia out there can be overwhelming, and frankly, not all of it is bound to be useful or appreciated.
—Anna Lee Iijima, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for frankly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frankly
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Since its development, the internet has never developed a satisfactory way to ensure that a counterparty will act honestly.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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My current music collection has a lot of A bit of everything honestly.Liza Lentini, SPIN, 20 Dec. 2024
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In addition to strengthening the right muscles to avoid this condition from worsening, the toe separators have actually helped to reduce the bunion all together.Sara Coughlin, SELF, 16 Dec. 2024
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The video has been scrutinized, with a report claiming the man is actually an infamous intelligence officer in the Assad government.Brady Knox, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 16 Dec. 2024
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We’ve been ushered, gradually and completely, into a world where every voice matters, of course, but some — those of an establishment class who want to make sure everyone is really welcomed — matter more than ours.Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 17 Dec. 2024
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This is a really aromatic whisky for those that like something a bit lighter and fresher.Paul Caputo, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Adverb
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Christmas is indeed a feast of light, as is Chanukah, which begins tonight for our Jewish neighbors.Timothy Cardinal Dolan, New York Daily News, 25 Dec. 2024
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But his warnings of fines were indeed rather scary.Virginia La Torre Jeker, J.D., Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
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“Frankly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frankly. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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