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

Attendees report that such meetings are "constructive", MPs can be frank - and that Sir Keir listens more than he speaks.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

As you may know, complimentary remarks of this type are all too often made by well-meaning adults to children who are, to be frank, perfectly ordinary- looking.

From "The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling" by Maryrose Wood