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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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Recent Examples of candid
The stories themselves are candid and graphic, the haunted men today contrasted with vintage footage of wrestling matches and the various athletes in their high-achieving youth.
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Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2025
Justine Bateman embraces getting older: How to feel beautiful and accept aging
The Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress isn't the only female veteran to get candid on rejecting beauty standards.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 10 June 2025
Here are a few stars who've been candid about their tumultuous relationships with their parents.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
From deep dives into the science of productivity to candid conversations with successful entrepreneurs, these shows offer something for every stage of your career journey.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
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Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2025
Justine Bateman embraces getting older: How to feel beautiful and accept aging
The Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress isn't the only female veteran to get candid on rejecting beauty standards.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 10 June 2025
Here are a few stars who've been candid about their tumultuous relationships with their parents.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
From deep dives into the science of productivity to candid conversations with successful entrepreneurs, these shows offer something for every stage of your career journey.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for candid
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Known for his outspoken floor speeches and frequent criticism of bipartisan bills, May had also built a reputation as a disruptive political consultant, backing challengers against sitting GOP incumbents.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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Thompson, who turned 31 in April, was a longtime leader of the Panthers’ locker room, known for his energy, quickness and outspoken nature.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
10 June 2025
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Her expertise lies in building boards with the right balance of domain expertise and impartial oversight, ensuring alignment between governance and investor confidence.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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While Congress sets the CBO’s priorities, the group prides itself on being objective, impartial, and nonpartisan.—
Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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How can leaders conduct honest conversations without inspiring defensiveness, denial, or backlash?—
Lauren Howe,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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One of those fans, apparently, is singer Ciara, who recently urged the Harlem artist to make Lampkin an honest women after running into the rapper in the BET Awards press room this weekend.—
Jessica Bennett,
VIBE.com,
9 June 2025
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Unfortunately, equitable access to menopause care remains inconsistent—but innovators are stepping in.—
Sophie Okolo,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Based on these considerations, the judge will determine an equitable division of the proceeds from the sale.—
Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
12 June 2025
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Both of our leads fundamentally change their personalities in an effort to be liked and accepted, which is a frank and brutal implication about what the world will demand.—
Brian Boone,
Vulture,
10 June 2025
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Apple claims Personas will look much better and more natural—which wouldn't be saying too much, to be frank.—
Samuel Axon,
ArsTechnica,
9 June 2025
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Not surprisingly, Fort Lauderdale has historically been seen — and seen itself — as a vestigial appendage of its southern neighbor rather than an equal force to be respected and reckoned with.—
Peter Lane Taylor,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The former is directly connected to financial assistance offered by a school for a shared and equal fee—the cost of matriculation at the college—while the latter is less about university financial assistance and more about compensation for services or identity use.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2025
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His latest book, Volga Blues is forthcoming with W.W. Norton & Company.—
The Dial,
The Dial,
12 June 2025
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In recent months, May had become increasingly isolated at the State House, especially after federal prosecutors revealed last fall that electronic devices had been seized and that an indictment was forthcoming.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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“Candid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candid. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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