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Adverb
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That is, being able to share openly and honestly about their inner worlds.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025 -
But honestly, hydrating your face with moisturizer is really important.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 June 2025
Adverb
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Zoning is difficult, and frankly, tourism reigns king.—
Denise Hruby,
Miami Herald,
28 June 2025
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In the current repressive climate, the explanation is frankly unconvincing.—
Christopher Knight,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2025
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“Candidly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candidly. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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