forthright
Example Sentences
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He added: "Blunt and forthright on air, but knowledgeable, fair and balanced whether talking to Cabinet Ministers or George from Hampstead. Modern day broadcasters take note."
From BBC
Prince William has been forthright in stating that he has change in mind.
From BBC
Smith agreed that King was the less reliable narrator, writing that “Kincaid’s remarkably lucid, rapid-fire, and forthright demeanor on the stand — compared to King’s calculated demeanor” made it “obvious” that Kincaid was telling the truth.
From Salon
Pheu Thai largely shares Move Forward’s reformist agenda, but the smaller party’s more forthright stand poses a dilemma.
From Seattle Times
When a person is lying, it's nearly impossible to be simple, to be forthright.
From Salon
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