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

And again, to be frank, the mission to the US to rebuild bridges did look fraught with danger.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

"We need to be frank about how today's Hong Kong is riddled with holes, inside and out."

From Barron's • Nov. 30, 2025

She even missed the porridge, which, to be frank, was sometimes lumpy, especially if one let it get cold.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood