plain truth

Example Sentences

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"The plain truth is that we have not been good enough. We must now face the consequences of that failure with honesty, transparency and a determination to repair, refocus and rebuild."

From BBC • May 24, 2026

In plain truth, the loss was ugly, with Oregon’s offense outgaining Colorado by a 522-199 margin.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 26, 2023

We believe what is onscreen, unlike what is whispered in corridors, is the plain truth.

From Salon • Oct. 2, 2022

“I disappoint them with the plain truth that he was exactly what you would hope he was. A simple, uncomplicated, beautiful, funny soul, who loved and cherished his friends and family.”

From Washington Post • Jul. 21, 2022

Katie was annoyed at this tendency and kept warning Francie to tell the plain truth and to stop romancing.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith