be frank

Example Sentences

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To be frank, the reason for the Wednesday rise was difficult to suss out.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Ask Johnson why he pivoted to be an unofficial ambassador for horse racing, and he’ll be frank: “To be honest, there’s a lot of billionaires.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

One diplomat from a US ally, who spoke on condition of anonymity to be frank, said even if Trump's methods can be shocking, the time was ripe for change.

From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026

"There isn't a magic wand, there isn't anything one of us can do," he said, adding he had tried to be "frank and honest" in his campaign.

From BBC • Oct. 15, 2025

“I want to be frank with you, Bwana and Bi Bolaji.”

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray