Examples of frankly in a Sentence
You can speak frankly to us.
frankly, I'd rather stay at home than go to the movies tonight
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Denise Hruby, Miami Herald, 28 June 2025
In the current repressive climate, the explanation is frankly unconvincing.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2025
Celsius is known for its (frankly delicious) energy drinks, but the manufacturer makes caffeine-free hydration packets too.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 24 June 2025
Roses signifies that which is often pushed off but is frankly just as necessary in that same life.
—Zahir Janmohamed, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for frankly
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“Frankly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/frankly. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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frankly
adverb
frank·ly
ˈfraŋ-klē 
1
: in a frank manner
you can speak frankly to us
2
: to tell the truth
frankly, I don't think it's wise
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