plainly
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“This Department speaks plainly and directly when we identify violations of federal law. Being clear about violations of federal civil rights law isn’t political or combative — it’s transparent,” Dhillon said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 19, 2026
He said: "It is plainly arguable that airworthiness caused the crash; indeed, arguable that the HC-2 should not have been flying at all."
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
Put plainly, Qualcomm is telling Wall Street that its nonhandset business alone will approach the size of the entire company today, which brought in about $44 billion in fiscal 2025.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 25, 2026
Lawmakers plainly intended to let inmates sue for damages when correctional officers infringe on their religious liberty.
From Slate ● Jun. 24, 2026
“That’s like her. Well, you look it,” and Jo’s eye plainly betrayed that she found her boy comelier than ever.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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