as in candidly
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Adverb
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What was once a landscape often dominated by volume and aggressive tactics is quickly changing, driven by regulatory headwinds, increased consumer awareness and, frankly, the diminishing returns of outdated approaches.—
William DeCourcy,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025 -
Bars shouldn’t let people buy drinks for strangers and shouldn’t facilitate this very outdated—and quite frankly predatory—practice.—
Hana Asbrink,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 May 2025
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Her structured, baby bump-hugging gown was layered beneath a cropped tuxedo jacket, unbuttoned just enough to reveal her third pregnancy nonchalantly but intentionally.—
Sughnen Yongo,
Forbes.com,
6 May 2025
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Of course, capes can be chosen that fit your own bridal aesthetic, from bold coat-like constructions to dreamy lace creations to glamorous opera capes that drape nonchalantly over the arms.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Matter-of-factly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matter-of-factly. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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