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as in honesty
the free expression of one's true feelings and opinions
her openness was refreshing after the tiresome coyness of her friends
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as in vulnerability
the state of being left without shelter or protection against something harmful
doctors are concerned about the population's openness to the new strain of the flu virus
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Just be mindful not to overwhelm others with your unfiltered honesty.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
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Credibility also hinges on the expert's demeanor, honesty, and impartiality, as any sign of bias or uncertainty can undermine the strength of their testimony.Lars Daniel, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
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Despite their integral roles in Bruno’s life, Drago and Steve’s inevitable send-offs are missing a sense of sincerity, though the actors do their best with the limited resources.Courtney Howard, Variety, 31 Oct. 2024
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Gestures and Eye Contact: Frequent eye contact and open gestures indicate engagement, sincerity and trustworthiness.Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Even low levels of lead exposure are known to be dangerous.Katherine Dillinger, CNN, 24 Oct. 2024
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Desensitization through gradual exposure can also help.Jennifer Jay Palumbo, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
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Leaders in the field of women’s health have praised her directness and see it as a welcome change from Biden’s wavering stance.The Editors, The New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2024
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Some readers might react to such justifications with skepticism, but Witt’s directness and sincerity are disarming.Jeremy Gordon, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2024
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“Openness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/openness. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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