as in outspoken
free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions
our ballet teacher is very frank about telling her students whether she thinks they have the talent for a career in dance
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as in weiner
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as in honesty
the free expression of one's true feelings and opinions
considering her reputation for frankness, I knew she would tell me what she really thought of my dress
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Recent Examples of frank
Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 10 May 2025
In retrospect, this may be one of the most significant insights of his pontificate—the frank recognition that the number and gravity of violent conflicts constitute a world war that has largely gone unrecognized.
—Paul Elie, New Yorker, 9 May 2025
Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
Competitors were not allowed to dunk or pour water on the hot dogs, or separate the beef franks from their buns, with penalties levied for excess crumbs and regurgitation.
—Rishikesh Rajagopalan, CBS News, 2 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
The book has long been lauded for its direct discussion of menstruation and other facts of life not often found in children's literature, and the film is a frank yet loving ode to Blume's vision.
—Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 10 May 2025
In retrospect, this may be one of the most significant insights of his pontificate—the frank recognition that the number and gravity of violent conflicts constitute a world war that has largely gone unrecognized.
—Paul Elie, New Yorker, 9 May 2025
Noun
All-beef frank topped with yellow mustard and sauerkraut or sautéed onions in tomato paste.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
Competitors were not allowed to dunk or pour water on the hot dogs, or separate the beef franks from their buns, with penalties levied for excess crumbs and regurgitation.
—Rishikesh Rajagopalan, CBS News, 2 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frank
Adjective
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, an outspoken critic of Biden and Democrats, expressed sympathy for the former President and his family after the diagnosis was revealed.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
19 May 2025
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Another singles match will see the tough Sheamus go one-on-one with the outspoken Grayson Waller.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
Verb
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Or mail it to John Dorfman, Dorfman Value Investments, 101 Federal Street, Suite 1900, Boston MA 02110.—
John Dorfman,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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It must be mailed to the address on the form or hand-delivered by June 9 to be counted.—
Inga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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But Gilroy is honest about the parts of Andor that have not been easy, too.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
16 May 2025
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Comforting touch should be honest and clear – not ambiguous, not tentative and never assumed.—
Brian N. Chin,
The Conversation,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Trump posted a reply the morning of May 16 on his Truth Social account.—
Chris Jordan,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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In April 2023, McCreery posted on his Instagram Stories that his fifth studio album was on the way.—
Ilana Frost,
People.com,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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The candid nature of the moment, Lubomirski said, is what drew people in.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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She is known for sharing candid insights into her life as a young mother, posting content focused on parenting, home routines and family life.—
Dan Cody,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
Verb
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Trump’s popularity in a slump in California amid abuse-of-power concerns More to come, Michael Wilner — Was this newsletter forwarded to you?—
Michael Wilner,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2025
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From there, the information was forwarded to the Polish government in exile in London, which then shared it with Britain and the other Allied Powers.—
Paul Hockenos,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 May 2025
Verb
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The rising number of mental health issues is not surprising since anxiety-inducing factors in our society have not been reduced or addressed.—
Slaine,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2025
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Our doulas provide education on the benefits of breastfeeding, techniques for maintaining a good latch, proper positioning, and addressing any challenges that may arise during the breastfeeding process.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
10 May 2025
Verb
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Zoe Weiner erupted for six hits and nine RBI as Newton South routed East Boston, 30-3.—
Danny Ventura,
Boston Herald,
13 May 2025
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Machines cut lumber and route utility pathways; nail guns connect joists, studs and weather wrap; other machines blow in insulation, all guided by a digital model.—
Sam Lubell,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
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“Frank.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frank. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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