as in honest
being in the habit of telling the truth
a truthful youngster who wouldn't just make up a story like that
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Recent Examples of truthful
Sam always found this really interesting line of being very truthful of what is going on behind closed doors in a generation, but then also pushing the boundaries on how people are used to perceiving or digesting certain topics.
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Daniel D'addario,
Variety,
10 June 2026
Unfortunately, in our legal system, anyone can file a lawsuit alleging anything, truthful or not, and then hide behind litigation privilege to justify the most salacious allegations, no matter how untrue and untested.
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Rachel Desantis,
PEOPLE,
5 June 2026
Because there was a feeding frenzy, there were a lot of people that were not truthful.
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Steve Dollar,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
But Brooks clearly understands that such stereotyping is best countered with truthful, vulnerable performances, not some concept that fights the material.
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Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2026
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Daniel D'addario,
Variety,
10 June 2026
Unfortunately, in our legal system, anyone can file a lawsuit alleging anything, truthful or not, and then hide behind litigation privilege to justify the most salacious allegations, no matter how untrue and untested.
—
Rachel Desantis,
PEOPLE,
5 June 2026
Because there was a feeding frenzy, there were a lot of people that were not truthful.
—
Steve Dollar,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
But Brooks clearly understands that such stereotyping is best countered with truthful, vulnerable performances, not some concept that fights the material.
—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for truthful
Adjective
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September 23 – October 22 Where can balance invite honest progress?
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Let’s be honest, flip-flops aren’t known for their support—but somehow, these under-$20 sandals have racked up hundreds of five-star reviews raving about their comfort.
Adjective
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During the primary the two contenders agreed on most issues, but Valdez argued throughout the campaign that Reynoso wasn't outspoken enough.
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Jackie and Shadow became internet sensations thanks to the live webcams maintained in their nest by nonprofit organization Friends of Big Bear Valley, which is an outspoken voice for conserving eagle habitat.
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“Truthful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/truthful. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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