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truthfully
Derived word form of truthful

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And, truthfully, there have been periods where I more or less have.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

"If anyone wishes to criticize me for proclaiming the Gospel, let them do so truthfully," he said.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

“Those sacrifices deserve to be spoken about truthfully and with respect,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

The law will create a new legal duty on public bodies and servants to act truthfully and fully support investigations into the state, ensuring wrongdoing is not concealed with criminal sanctions for breaches.

From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026

“You will answer them as truthfully as you possibly can. Do you understand?”

From "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare