candor
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This exemplary service failed to account for her disturbingly poor judgment, risking blackmail and conflict-of-interest allegations, since the Atlanta Police Department appears before her court; nor her lack of candor to the court.
From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026
Pixar films are known for their gut-wrenching sincerity, speaking to kids with as much candor as they do adults.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
What about Alex Honnold — his candor is refreshing but he still seems eager to puncture Dean’s mystique.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
She said her brother’s candor about the army—raising questions about such thorny issues as widespread corruption—led counterintelligence to target him as a conspirator against the regime.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
“I don’t know whether I like you or not,” replied Edna, gazing down at the little woman with a quizzical look The candor of Mrs. Pontellier’s admission greatly pleased Mademoiselle Reisz.
From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin
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