as in frankly
to tell the truth
admittedly, I should not have lost my temper like that
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Recent Examples of admittedly
While Kallenbach admittedly spent many of her early years striving for perfection in the kitchen, her philosophy has since changed.
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Olivia Lee, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2025
Tesla’s Supercharger network is admittedly excellent and convenient.
—Andrew Moseman, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2025
John Daly has admittedly lived an interesting life both on and off the course.
—Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 29 Mar. 2025
The Illini took a few blowout losses in February and March (to admittedly strong opponents in Maryland, Duke, Wisconsin and Michigan State).
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 23 Mar. 2025
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Olivia Lee, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2025
Tesla’s Supercharger network is admittedly excellent and convenient.
—Andrew Moseman, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2025
John Daly has admittedly lived an interesting life both on and off the course.
—Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 29 Mar. 2025
The Illini took a few blowout losses in February and March (to admittedly strong opponents in Maryland, Duke, Wisconsin and Michigan State).
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for admittedly
Adverb
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Even so, merely delaying the change doesn't help others and, frankly, customer service could still suffer longer term.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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Arsenal’s band of travelling fans are, frankly, resigned.—
Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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If your husband honestly enjoys them, the answer is: probably.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
31 Mar. 2025
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But honestly, that kind of self-confidence is on brand for the intergalactic motorcycle-riding bounty hunter.—
Nick Romano,
EW.com,
21 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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The first song written was actually the first song released.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
28 Mar. 2025
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With a brewing 60 meter sprint race between NFL champion Tyreek Hill and Olympic gold medalist Noah Lyles locked in for sometime later this year, conversations have been running amok as to whether the crossover duel will actually field a competitive race.—
Cory Mull,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Part of the invitation design, and part of the idea of curating your event, also includes really fun attire recommendations.—
Maria Ward,
Vogue,
10 Apr. 2025
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Our crew was really amazing, and the cast was wonderful to work with.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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In the comments, many people assured the woman that her parents are indeed proud of her achievement, despite their seemingly blasé reaction to the news.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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The account is indeed real, and it’s gotten Wells’ attention.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
6 Apr. 2025
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“Admittedly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admittedly. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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