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candidly

[kan-did-lee] / ˈkæn dɪd li /
ADVERB
frankly
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It is “unfair to say the court is abdicating its authority,” said the ex-prosecutor, who also requested anonymity to speak candidly about the district’s judges.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

When Sinner lost to his Spanish rival in September's US Open final, he candidly talked about needing to bring more variety and unpredictability to the court.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Members have also spoken candidly about the pressures of the music industry.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

A Gates Foundation spokesperson said Gates holds town halls twice a year and he “spoke candidly, addressing several questions in detail, and took responsibility for his actions.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

“Now there isn’t much to take away,” the programs director admitted candidly during his brief presentation after lunch.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover