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candidly

[kan-did-lee]

adverb

  1. in a frank, outspoken, straightforward way; openly and without holding back.

    We created a neutral space where everyone could speak candidly about race issues and also work side-by-side in "co-designing" solutions.

  2. without any posing or scripting, and typically without the knowledge of the person being photographed or filmed.

    We are stealing from our subjects when we work candidly—stealing moments, expressions, emotions, positions, and movements.

  3. fairly and impartially; honestly.

    “Look at these matters candidly, Mr. Editor,” wrote one subscriber.



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Other Word Forms

  • pseudocandidly adverb
  • quasi-candidly adverb
  • subcandidly adverb
  • supercandidly adverb
  • uncandidly adverb
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It was also at ABC where Walters became the go-to for special interview programs where she talked candidly with newsmakers — from former presidents to famous celebrities.

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The pair speak candidly about the impact having your life watched and commented on by millions of people worldwide has had on them.

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“It’s one of those moments where you’re almost, like, stop helping us,” one participant in the meeting told The Times, granted anonymity to speak candidly.

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Also in that essay, you write really candidly about your relationship with food.

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He candidly admitted that his approach was "at odds" with certain people at the club.

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