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be straightforward

VERB
level
Synonyms
WEAK
be above-board be frank be on the up and up be open be straight be up-front come clean come to terms keep nothing back talk straight tell the truth
Antonyms
STRONG
lie prevaricate
WEAK
deceive

Example Sentences

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Finding cost-basis data can be straightforward in some instances.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 14, 2026

"I'm very optimistic personally, but it's not going to be straightforward."

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

The formula for hiring a college football coach who can win national titles used to be straightforward.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026

After that, his future plans will be straightforward, his days set to be occupied by Little League practices and dance recitals and all of his kids’ other activities back home in Texas.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 18, 2025

I can already tell that everything here is going to be straightforward and conditional, and I like that.

From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle