honestly

Example Sentences

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“When I first came out with the injury, I was pretty devastated. I was honestly feeling the worst,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

That has been really hopeful, honestly, just realizing how people can’t be labeled in the way that you might try to.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

"Oh wow," I said to myself, because I honestly hadn't expected it.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

"I honestly don't know what is going on," Chwalinska told the crowd.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

I honestly think she’s cute, and I would love to curl up with a real live pet instead of a stuffed giraffe, but Fifi wants nothing to do with me.

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper