overtly
Americanadverb
Etymology
Origin of overtly
Middle English word dating back to 1275–1325; see origin at overt, -ly
Example Sentences
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Overtly bogus information also came in the attack’s wake.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 25, 2024
Overtly corporate suits should make way for lighter constructed blazers in softer, more casual fabrics.
From The Guardian • Mar. 16, 2019
Overtly neglecting values could be a big problem.
From Slate • Aug. 15, 2018
Overtly, it asks what would happen if millions of people vanished.
From New York Times • Aug. 24, 2016
I dipped in my brush and started applying the second coat of Overtly Olive to the window frame.
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
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