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

And, frankly, what we do in Season 3 doesn’t leave room for it.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

"I don't think these are markets that have been working well, frankly; I think there's a longer term look that needs to be done about how these markets are working," Miliband said.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

“That’s frankly not a chance I’m willing to take.”

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt