as in honest
being exactly as appears or as claimed
somewhat surprised to learn that our guide through the outback was a fair dinkum crocodile hunter
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This accountability between sustainability initiatives and resilience among uncertainty is sparking more honest conversations, leading to more realistic goal setting and, ultimately, more meaningful progress.—
Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 10 Apr. 2025
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The album is raw, honest, and deeply personal—a sonic letter to women and their stories, both told and untold.—
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Between the lines: Paxton is a genuine Trump ally and is eager to hit Cornyn for being a Washington establishment figure rather than true MAGA.—
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This is a moment of genuine courage and growth, but it can be dismissed as snitching by viewers who can’t see past her overconfidence from several hours ago.—
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That may be true, but the IEA reports that sales actually continued to grow in the U.S. at greater than a 10% clip.—
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Arguing that the Smithsonian somehow misleads people, somehow is unpatriotic, somehow is saying things that are not true.—
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Following Hailey’s response to the content creator, fans praised the Rhode founder for giving real, relatable feedback.—
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Consistency is key: Heintzman recommends dry brushing at least once a week to get real results.—
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Throw in two kids and a wife to care for, there’s undeniably a lot going on, but in a way that Kota says keeps him focused and motivated on creating authentic music and an authentic life.—
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This purity translates to a cleaner taste and a more authentic representation of the strain’s flavor profile.—
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“Dinkum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dinkum. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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