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candidly

[kan-did-lee] / ˈkæn dɪd li /
ADVERB
frankly
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On the eve of his Real reunion, the combative manager and former Spain goalkeeper Casillas spoke candidly about the reasons behind those differences.

From BBC Aug. 9, 2026

A report from the ICC’s oversight body found that her testimony “was given candidly, unhesitatingly and with details that rendered her experiences believable.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

There were no cameras or recordings and each of the presidents and prime ministers was told to come alone, no phones allowed, for a moment to speak candidly.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 6, 2026

Travolta’s never been cavalier about his passion for flying and aeronautics, but rarely has he spoken as candidly about the source of that love as he does in “Propeller One-Way Night Coach.”

From Salon Jun. 10, 2026

He candidly explained that it wasn’t me he was actually interested in, or even the publicity he hoped my article would generate, particularly.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer




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