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as in outspoken
free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions
she sometimes was a little too forthright for her own good and ended up saying things that inadvertently offended people
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as in straightforward
going straight to the point clearly and firmly
I appreciate your forthright explanation of the situation
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Recent Examples of forthright
The movie has, until this point, been rather forthright about the pain of advanced cancer and the treatment that ravages a body in trying to stave off death.
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Eliza Berman, TIME, 11 Oct. 2024
Being forthright about challenges, from budget overruns to design flaws, is the only path to successful outcomes.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2024
But now, adding concern, Nance has not been forthright about the JTC’s investigation in her campaign talk.
—Bill Laytner, Detroit Free Press, 30 Sep. 2024
Reid’s forthright response echoed Marshawn Lynch’s mantra from his memorable turn at a Super Bowl XLIX media scrum.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 20 Sep. 2024
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And [Israel] also tried to silence the outspoken voices of what remains from the U.N.Karl Vick, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
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Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors The late Michael Jackson was outspoken about sexuality and often caused controversy with his provocative dance moves.Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
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While the application is pretty straightforward, sorting out some of the circumstances—this is a facts and circumstances-heavy analysis—may be more complicated.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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The rationale for doing so is pretty straightforward.Brian Steinberg, Variety, 20 Nov. 2024
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Simard: Some of it is just combined with comedy in general, to be honest.Juan A. Ramírez, Vogue, 22 Nov. 2024
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Stick to transparent, honest consent methods that respect users and ensure compliance.Ian Cohen, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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The second measure would require certain health care providers to spend 98% of revenues from the discount prescription drug program on direct patient care.Jason Green, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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And that’s put him on a direct collision course with some of the 80,000 scientists, researchers, doctors and other officials who work for the Department of Health and Human Services, especially with President-elect Donald Trump tapping him to head the agency.Aleccia Washington, Twin Cities, 15 Nov. 2024
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In addition to candid footage of the band, the project explores their encounters with fans, including teenagers outside their New York hotel, and their adventures at the Peppermint Lounge disco.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
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From working alongside her son in her thriving dental practice to juggling the chaos of group dynamics with the other women, Heavenly remains as unapologetically candid as fans have come to expect.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 27 Nov. 2024
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Unlike straight watchmaking, which imposes technical restrictions, anything goes with metiers d’art.Carol Besler, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2024
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The Vikings offense slowed to a crawl the following week against the Jets in London, but the team managed a fifth straight victory despite an ordinary performance by Darnold.Steve Silverman, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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To be frank that’s what most likely captured Wayman + Micah–the duo is also notorious for experimenting.Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 22 Nov. 2024
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On the show, she’s brought frank, provocative discussions about race and privilege to the often shallow waters of reality TV.Yvonne Villarreal, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Forthright.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forthright. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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