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candidly

[kan-did-lee] / ˈkæn dɪd li /
ADVERB
frankly
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The legendary singer and beloved pop culture icon spoke candidly about her health in an Instagram video posted Monday morning, months after she sparked health concerns late last year.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

A Harvard-educated attorney and Vanderbilt heiress, Burden, 56, writes candidly about how she ceded control of her finances to her ex during their 20-year marriage, trusting him to act in her best interests.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Arbeloa spoke candidly about the consequences he may face - both Manuel Pellegrini and Zidane left their jobs after leading Madrid to trophyless campaigns.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

“The premium consumer is candidly immune or becoming more immune to the headlines and not delaying their investment in the experience economy,” Delta CEO Ed Bastian said on the earnings call.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

It deals candidly with emotion, and, unlike other children’s shows, tells children that it’s okay not to be happy all of the time.

From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell




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