flatly

Example Sentences

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Milligan, stating flatly: “We have not overruled Allen.”

From Slate • May 12, 2026

The former congressman has flatly and vigorously denied criminal wrongdoing while acknowledging and apologizing for unspecific “mistakes.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

But when our philosophy and approach aren’t understood or are flatly rejected, we feel compelled to go public with our activism.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

It kept generating random false answers, even while flatly insisting that they were correct and accurate.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

“You said your father was upstairs,” she said flatly.

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs