Openly
Plainly
Plainly adverb - In an honest and direct manner.
Usage example: you'll have to tell your relatives very plainly that you don't like perfume, or they'll keep giving it to you
Openly is a synonym for plainly in easily topic. You can use "Openly" instead the word "Plainly" as an adverb or an adjective, if it concerns topics such as clearly, obviously, frankly, candidly. popular alternative
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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While in the books, the pair swore off any kind of relationship, thinking it was an insurmountable obstacle until they found a solution, in the second season of the series, they plainly and openly act like a loving couple—they just don't sleep together.
Source: Chastity Couple
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