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truthful

[trooth-fuhl] / ˈtruθ fəl /


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When asked if he had given a truthful account in his first interview, he said no.

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

So, when a patient asks, “If this could find my cancer early, why wouldn’t I do it?” the truthful answer is that, yes, it might find cancer early—and maybe you should do it.

From Slate ● Sep. 9, 2026

In a statement, Hochman said he remained opposed to the Erik and Lyle’s release, arguing the brothers have not been truthful in their explanations of the shootings.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026

She based her decision on "a parallel analysis of several channels that have been posting truthful information for a long time."

From Barron's ● Aug. 16, 2026

I was not being entirely truthful, for I could not say whom I favored.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein




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