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directness

[di-rekt-nis, dahy-] / dɪˈrɛkt nɪs, daɪ- /














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It was wrapped in a directness that he had spent years avoiding.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026

The film sets its absurdities aside for a final moment of sincere directness.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2025

But when he got it right, his lyrics had an aphoristic directness that made them seem more hewn than written.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

His progressive carries - how frequently he moves the ball towards goal - highlight his directness and willingness to take on defenders, which added dynamism to Forest's attack.

From BBC • Jul. 8, 2025

“Then why are you here?” asked Bigwig, with his usual directness.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams