honestly

Example Sentences

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But, they added, “It was honestly a smart idea on their part.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

I’m quite relieved about, honestly, because I feel like I get to work in a space where I’m just coming and playing the part, and I’m going home.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

André said it was "important to express this honestly", to show that the impact of such events does not end and there are lasting consequences.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

"I honestly don't know what is going on," Chwalinska told the crowd.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

The jellyfish waved his tentacles in a way that meant…well, honestly, Roz wasn’t quite sure what it meant.

From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown