ON THE LEVEL Synonyms: 115 Similar and Opposite Words

on the level

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free from any intent to deceive or impress others We asked her opinion because we knew she would be on the level with us.

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Recent Examples of on the level The exact close date has big ramifications on the level of taxes Walter will owe for the deal. — Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 13 Aug. 2026 While he may not be celebrated on the level of John-Boy and Jason, Ben grows into a reliable member of the family who helps run the Walton sawmill. — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Aug. 2026 Ventura-Franken-Tafoya may not be quite on the level of Reagan-Schwarzenegger-Sonny Bono, that hat trick of California icons. — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2026 Schulte said the district will adjust the numbers based on the level of demand for office storage. — Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on the level

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