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report honestly

/rɪˈpɔːrt ˈɒnɪstli/
to give a truthful account

The journalist decided to report honestly about the corruption scandal.

The journalist chose to provide a truthful account of the corruption scandal.


formal

to provide a truthful and accurate account of events or information

In her report, she reported honestly about the company's financial struggles.

She provided a truthful and accurate account of the company's financial difficulties.

This phrase emphasizes the importance of truthfulness and accuracy in reporting.

Collocations

report honestly toto provide a truthful account to someonereport honestly aboutto give a truthful account of something

Synonyms

be truthfultell the truthbe candid

Antonyms

liedeceivemisrepresent

Related Phrases

tell the truthphrase
to speak honestly
be candidphrase
to be open and honest

Pro Tip

Professional Use

This phrase is commonly used in journalism, business, and legal contexts to emphasize the importance of truthfulness.

Gold Rule

Truthfulness

Always ensure that your reports are accurate and truthful to maintain credibility.

Word Origin

Derived from the verb 'report' (to give an account) and the adverb 'honestly' (in a truthful manner).

Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in professional or formal contexts where accuracy and integrity are important.

Word Breakdown

report
to give an account
verb
+
honestly
in a truthful manner
adverb
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