honest with (someone)

idiom

: telling (someone) the truth

I don't think these people are being honest with me.

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To get Dalton Knecht and multiple first-round picks between the trade with Los Angeles and the deal with the Phoenix Suns to take on Jusuf Nurkić, that’s good work for a team finally being honest with itself. —

J. Robbins, J. Edwards and D. Mayberry, The Athletic, 8 Feb. 2025 But Charles’ infectious passion for McGwyer Mortimer’s music prompts Herb to be honest with himself about how far his output has strayed from his authentic voice. —

David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Feb. 2025 It really hasn’t been discussed to be honest with you. —

Jason Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 30 Jan. 2025 Thomas has done his best to follow that directive, while also remaining honest with himself. —

Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for honest with (someone)

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