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as in outspoken
free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions
my grandmother was a candid woman who never hesitated to say exactly what was on her mind
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as in impartial
marked by justice, honesty, and freedom from bias
a candid listing of the advantages and disadvantages of each medical insurance plan
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Ahead of the release and the trek, Arcángel sat down for a candid conversation with Billboard Español.
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Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 8 Jan. 2026
Gain candid insights into the organization’s mission to create ethical guidelines and artistic protections for creators.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 8 Jan. 2026
Trader, a straight shooter, is brutally candid on the topic.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
Tisdale, who now goes by Ashley Tisdale French, kicked off 2026 with a candid essay in The Cut about her rocky experiences with a group of fellow moms.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
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Then there’s reality TV star Spencer Pratt, an outspoken Bass critic, who launched a campaign rooted in his fury over the city’s handling of the fire — and the loss of his family’s home in the flames.—
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The outspoken auteur, considered one of Iranian cinema’s greatest living masters, is still in the crosshairs of the government known as the Islamic Republic of Iran.—
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This is essential to ensure the impartial, neutral, and independent delivery of aid throughout the whole of Gaza.—
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Defense attorney Leah Gillis countered that sequestering jurors would chill candid discussion and signal that open conversations about bias are not tolerated, undermining the goal of an impartial jury.—
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Yet, to be honest, our dance card is already mighty full with a whole array of different kinds of gigs – from big pop shows to classic rock concerts and a number of different small club shows.—
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Shared finances, emotional investments or trust issues become crystal clear, prompting honest conversations and practical decision-making.—
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Leo’s homily called for peace and equitable redistribution of resources, signaling his pontificate can now advance his own agenda after months consumed by the celebration.—
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According to Instagram posts from Brown's consulting company, Roundtree's priorities include equitable economic development, parks, investing in youth, and a justice system focused on prevention and rehabilitation.—
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The frank tone of the letter that carefully picked apart the plan proved a common feature of Jaworski’s time at City Hall.—
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But do the hierarchy want another frank agitator in Maresca, having been sufficiently chastened by Amorim’s semi-regular public declarations?—
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The show is equal parts investigation into the craft of writing and conversation about the topics of an author’s work.—
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An erg is a unit of energy equal to 10−7 joules (100 nJ).—
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“Candid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candid. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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