as in frankly
to tell the truth
honestly, I haven't the slightest idea what you're talking about
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Recent Examples of honestly
But honestly, that $270 off (in this economy) is hard to beat.
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K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
18 June 2026
But honestly, how much further down is there to go?
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Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
16 June 2026
Both understood that describing the human condition honestly is a first step in confronting injustice.
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The Atlantic,
16 June 2026
This Tribune article proves that when situations are honestly investigated and facts come to light, no matter who is the subject, change can happen for the good of all.
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Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2026
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K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
18 June 2026
But honestly, how much further down is there to go?
—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
16 June 2026
Both understood that describing the human condition honestly is a first step in confronting injustice.
—
The Atlantic,
16 June 2026
This Tribune article proves that when situations are honestly investigated and facts come to light, no matter who is the subject, change can happen for the good of all.
—
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for honestly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for honestly
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Open walls always beat closed clubs and quite frankly, are a lot more fun.
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That takes a great deal of knowledge, patience, and faith, frankly, to push through the challenges.
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Many of Haaland’s bags are actually Haut à Courroies (HAC), the model that the Birkin is based off, but with a slightly taller and narrower profile.
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Ironically, though, her flushed and rosy cheeks were created with two shades of the Beauty Pie Supercheek Cream Blush — one of which was in her iconic color palette, while the other was actually — gasp!
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This conversation happens right before the crew takes the guests on what looks like a really cool oyster farm tour.
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Tried and tested professionals to really help maintain a high standard.
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But this mileage may vary in another state; for instance, a charging order application in California and several other states does indeed operate to put a temporary lien on the debtor's interest.
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The heyday of the Hudson Valley Mall—and indeed the American shopping mall itself—is long gone.
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“Honestly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honestly. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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