frankly

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“They’re wanting research, clinical trials. They’re wanting a certain amount of certitude that, frankly, is appropriate for most drugs, but not for this moment.”

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

It is, frankly, difficult to parse this concurrence.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

Sweeney said the anonymity of the current panel was key to ensuring they could deliver their judgement as frankly as possible.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

“We could do that for L.A. and we could do that for, frankly, San Francisco.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

“And frankly, Mila, even if Callum did grab your arm, kicking his leg was simply wrong. Not how we resolve things around here.”

From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee