as in freely
in a direct and honest way; without hiding feelings or opinions
Please feel free to express your opinions openly. The governor has been openly critical of the President.
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Recent Examples of openly
The big news is that the United States and Iran are no longer openly at war.
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David Goldman,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
When someone openly and continuously crosses your land for years, that use can gradually become a permanent legal right called a prescriptive easement.
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Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
25 June 2026
The interviewees were willing to talk openly and honestly about Trump covered by anonymity, a necessity to protect them from this fiercely thin-skinned and retributive president.
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Voice Of The People,
New York Daily News,
25 June 2026
Mamdani diverged from Democratic leaders by backing candidates who were unafraid to openly criticize Israel and advocate for ambitious economic policies.
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Brittney Melton,
NPR,
24 June 2026
Covina City treasurer Neil Polzin said there is little financial benefit to the city if the battery facility is approved and openly questioned the motives of city leaders who may support it.
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Tom Wait,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Mamdani and his slate were openly fighting for dramatic change on key issues, Israel’s war in Gaza and affordability chief among them.
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Steve Peoples,
Fortune,
24 June 2026
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has agreed to a four-year, $185 million contract to remain with the franchise, according to league sources granted anonymity to discuss the deal openly.
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Dan Woike,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
The Republican governor has openly embraced the AI industry during his 17 months in office.
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Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
When someone openly and continuously crosses your land for years, that use can gradually become a permanent legal right called a prescriptive easement.
—
Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
25 June 2026
The interviewees were willing to talk openly and honestly about Trump covered by anonymity, a necessity to protect them from this fiercely thin-skinned and retributive president.
—
Voice Of The People,
New York Daily News,
25 June 2026
Mamdani diverged from Democratic leaders by backing candidates who were unafraid to openly criticize Israel and advocate for ambitious economic policies.
—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
24 June 2026
Covina City treasurer Neil Polzin said there is little financial benefit to the city if the battery facility is approved and openly questioned the motives of city leaders who may support it.
—
Tom Wait,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Mamdani and his slate were openly fighting for dramatic change on key issues, Israel’s war in Gaza and affordability chief among them.
—
Steve Peoples,
Fortune,
24 June 2026
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has agreed to a four-year, $185 million contract to remain with the franchise, according to league sources granted anonymity to discuss the deal openly.
—
Dan Woike,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
The Republican governor has openly embraced the AI industry during his 17 months in office.
—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for openly
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The official also said vessels can move freely in the strait.
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So for me, screenings where filmmakers can be present, see their films, show them to the audience, and speak freely about them are a truly special experience.
Adverb
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Watching Bryce Dettloff and Trinity Tatum pine for each other while separated by Casa Amor and realize their feelings for each other while unable to talk was sincerely romantic.
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For example, someone may sincerely believe a supplement, detox or alternative therapy helped when symptoms may have improved naturally or because of expectation alone.
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“Openly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/openly. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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