candid
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Reifel's former boss, Police Chief Michelle Kott, told the BBC that while the department respects his decision, "I would be less than candid if I didn't acknowledge my disappointment in losing another police officer".
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
“Propeller One-Way Night Coach” is as earnest as they come, more candid than any memoir and more interesting than any biopic.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
After a candid manager made clear on day one that the role offered no path to future bylines or airtime, I quit on day two.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
The always candid Cage acknowledges that television had not been a major part of his media diet until one of his children made a recommendation.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
It may not be easy for the civil rights community to have a candid conversation about any of this.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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