be frank

Example Sentences

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Ask Johnson why he pivoted to be an unofficial ambassador for horse racing, and he’ll be frank: “To be honest, there’s a lot of billionaires.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Attendees report that such meetings are "constructive", MPs can be frank - and that Sir Keir listens more than he speaks.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

"And we've basically failed to cope with, or to be frank, not just with this, but with many other things too."

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026

"We need to be frank about how today's Hong Kong is riddled with holes, inside and out."

From Barron's • Nov. 30, 2025

She even missed the porridge, which, to be frank, was sometimes lumpy, especially if one let it get cold.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood