admit
Example Sentences
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His film contains gestures that trigger ironic laughs — he’s no dummy — but then leave you with a sting you may be embarrassed to admit.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026
Quickly editing my interior monologue, as to not admit psychosis: “That’s my dog.”
From Salon • Jun. 25, 2026
“It seemed like I was already retired from football. But I held on, as always, because I believe in hard work. It was difficult, I have to admit, but we’re back.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026
But a border officer noticed the pending criminal charges and refused to formally admit him.
From Slate • Jun. 23, 2026
I close my mouth, unwilling to admit that what she’s saying might be my real truth, because admitting it will make it harder for me to protect myself with the lies I’m so comfortable with.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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