downright

Example Sentences

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The average price target of around $860, meanwhile, makes Morgan Stanley’s $775 call look downright bearish.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

"There is a degree of scepticism, or even downright cynicism, creeping in at the edges," he says.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Others are downright zany, like widening the foul lines in the outfield to create larger landing areas for doubles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Let’s be clear, the breast cancer statistics for women are downright frightening: One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

“Well, in that case, my dear father,” Kelly proclaimed, “I don’t mind you bothering us at all. Why, with all this rehearsing, I’m downright parched.”

From "George" by Alex Gino