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honestly

[on-ist-lee] / ˈɒn ɪst li /
ADVERB
in an honest manner
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ADVERB
really
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Example Sentences

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"It's ridiculous, honestly. Seeing these gas prices skyrocket, it's incredible," he said at a gas station in New Jersey.

From Barron's

Awesiinh and Dalton share a glance, and for a second, I think they’re finally, for the first time, honestly considering playing my song.

From Literature

"One time I fell off stage in Norway and a load of women caught me in the front row – and, quite honestly, I'm not sure I'd ever have the bravery to do that on purpose."

From BBC

"Our home honestly felt like it was unravelling," he says.

From BBC

“I mean, honestly I don’t look at them as freshmen,” said Lloyd.

From The Wall Street Journal