directness
Example Sentences
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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
He knew how to deal with Edmund, now; firmness, he had decided, firmness and directness, that is all that is needed, and then they are happy enough; boys are very simple animals.
From "I'm the King of the Castle" by Susan Hill
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