overtly
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That begs the question: How much responsibility does a filmmaker have to take a clear stance in their work, especially in a film that is overtly intended to be a lightning rod for heated debate?
From Salon ● Sep. 19, 2026
The overtly cute approach to self-care was a massive turnoff for me, though that might just be a personality mismatch.
From Slate ● Sep. 6, 2026
Although Dolly famously refused to be overtly political, her values were clear.
From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026
With few exceptions, she said, they stop short of overtly catering to weight-loss drug users.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
His mother was becoming increasingly bold and overtly antagonistic; it was becoming impossible to control her.
From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole
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