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honestly

[on-ist-lee] / ˈɒn ɪst li /
ADVERB
in an honest manner
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ADVERB
really
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“The bravery of everyone on that plane honestly just showed how in moments like that, life is the top priority, which was really beautiful to see.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 3, 2026

“I laughed about it because I was like, ‘Well, at least you were there as a parent, sneaking in your kid,’ which is honestly pretty cool,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

"Yes, I do, I honestly do," Campbell told BBC Sport in an interview before his new role was announced.

From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026

An object, said Ekerdt, becomes easier to release when we can honestly say, “That’s not me anymore.”

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 29, 2026

“I honestly thought my heart would fall out. It was such a sacrifice. And now she’s all alone.”

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows




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