1
as in outspoken
free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions
my grandmother was a candid woman who never hesitated to say exactly what was on her mind
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as in impartial
marked by justice, honesty, and freedom from bias
a candid listing of the advantages and disadvantages of each medical insurance plan
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Recent Examples of candid
Frankie, who’s become a social media favorite for his cheeky charm and candid appearances in Fleetwood’s posts, finally got his wish.
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Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
This candid approach vividly unspools the conflict at its center, concerning a dispute between neighbors in 2023 that ended in murder.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2025
The goal is to explore the dispute through candid, off-the-record conversation.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Polished and perfect are out, and candid and messy are in.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 18 Oct. 2025
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Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
This candid approach vividly unspools the conflict at its center, concerning a dispute between neighbors in 2023 that ended in murder.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2025
The goal is to explore the dispute through candid, off-the-record conversation.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Polished and perfect are out, and candid and messy are in.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 18 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for candid
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In her later years, she became known as an outspoken activist for animal rights and for voicing strong, controversial opinions — such as denouncing the #MeToo movement in 2018.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Oct. 2025
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As Hollywood has grown more outspoken in recent months about the situation in the Middle East, the challenges of convincing its distributors — the lifelines that can take movies from obscurity to national recognition — remain.—
Rebecca Keegan,
NBC news,
23 Oct. 2025
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Our reviews are impartial and our opinions are our own.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
22 Oct. 2025
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In a supporting document filed by Kalshi in the Nevada case in April, Kalshi head of markets Xavier Sottile noted how ErisX, a predecessor to the current sports prediction market craze, previously butted up against the impartial access issue.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
16 Oct. 2025
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When his father’s milestone birthday arrived, the teen saw an opportunity to be brutally honest.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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Other marketing, the kind of stuff that people who would need to seek out (like, oh, big fans of Bruce) is more honest, like this featurette all about Cooper’s approach to this specific time in The Boss’ life and career.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
26 Oct. 2025
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Probitkin said Jefferson Health's goal is to maintain an equitable relationship with UnitedHealthcare with fair reimbursement levels that will benefit patients and enable LVHN to continue providing the highest quality of care, regardless of insurer.—
Lauren Giella,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Nikolai Vitti, superintendent of the Detroit Public Schools Community District, wrote that the next mayor can lobby at the state level for more equitable funding for public schools.—
Beki San Martin,
Freep.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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Sources who witnessed this, speaking anonymously to protect their position like others consulted for this article, say there was a frank exchange between players, with particular criticism aimed at junior members of the squad over their attitude and application in the build-up.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
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As Love Chant comes out, Dando is still promoting Rumors of My Demise, a frank and illuminating account of his eventful life co-written with Jim Ruland.—
Gary Graff,
Billboard,
24 Oct. 2025
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The show is equal parts investigation into the craft of writing and conversation about the topics of an author’s work.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
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Madrid enters the match in strong form, with Jude Bellingham continuing to be the driving force from midfield, contributing goals and creativity in equal measure.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
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Nuno will hope to draw inspiration ahead of forthcoming fixtures against Newcastle United and Burnley at home, Bournemouth away and then the visit to the London Stadium of Liverpool.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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With the forthcoming holiday episode of the TV show to come and more teased launches from her lifestyle brand As Ever, expect to see more of Meghan Markle and her trusty neutrals.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Candid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candid. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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