frankly

Example Sentences

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“Every aspect of this has to be closely examined, and done so from a position, frankly, of humility, realizing that it’s not a slam dunk,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

Because until you’re successful, frankly, nobody gives a damn.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2026

But one Wednesday morning last month, I found myself uttering to my wife a sentence that sounded frankly surreal to both of us: “Just to let you know, I’m about to call Trump.”

From Salon • Jun. 24, 2026

The prime minister spent the weekend mulling his options, knowing he was, frankly, running out of them.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

Beowulf clutched a balloon on a string, and all three children smelled, frankly, like elephants.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood