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point-blank

[point-blangk] / ˈpɔɪntˈblæŋk /
ADJECTIVE
at close range
Synonyms
WEAK
close direct straight
Antonyms
WEAK
roundabout
ADJECTIVE
straightforward
Synonyms
STRONGEST
blunt frank straightforward
STRONG
explicit
WEAK
direct plain plainly straight unreserved
Antonyms
WEAK
roundabout
ADVERB
straightforwardly
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bluntly candidly directly forthrightly frankly straightforwardly

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Here, he missed from point-blank range in the opening minutes.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Torres should have restored the Catalans' advantage but, in a comical moment, hit the bar from point-blank range and then immediately diverted the rebound against the post.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

There were two Tyler Bilodeau misses at point-blank range — including a blown dunk — an Xavier Booker layup that was blocked and a Dent lob that was deflected and stolen.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 3, 2026

Asked point-blank if he confirmed or denied the attack, Maduro said "this could be something we talk about in a few days."

From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026

Simon once asked me point-blank why I dislike her so much.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli

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