mince words
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But when Rodrigo was asked to respond to the controversy on The New York Times’ Popcast, she didn’t mince words, pointing out that she’s worn more revealing outfits on stage with less pushback.
From Salon ● Jun. 12, 2026
And when Pelley went after Bilton over his colleagues’ pink slips, he didn’t mince words: Weiss “is murdering 60 Minutes.”
From Slate ● Jun. 5, 2026
Sulzberger didn’t mince words on the issue, calling what AI companies do “brazen theft” of new organizations’ intellectual property, in a speech earlier this week.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 2, 2026
Chelsea Handler didn’t mince words when she offered her take on Hinchcliffe, as well as Shane Gillis, who also performed a set during the roast.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 27, 2026
Mandy wasn’t one to mince words, and she’d never called me that.
From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine
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