plainly

Example Sentences

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In a statement, Paramount said it “will continue to fight against any attempt to derail a deal that plainly benefits consumers, creators and the industry as whole.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

The extent of their injuries couldn’t be immediately assessed, and the situation was plainly dire.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Even before anyone spoke plainly, she sensed something was wrong.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

"To put it plainly -- it is a death sentence for us if larger nations continue to open new fossil fuel projects," he said in 2024.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Because of the styling, though it’s nothing you could plainly describe.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver