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straightforward

[streyt-fawr-werd] / ˌstreɪtˈfɔr wərd /




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"The authority is committed to finding a solution to this problem, although it is not straightforward," said the report.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

"The Secret Service's focus is straightforward: to ensure everyone attending the game can enjoy the game and have a safe experience, while we carry out our responsibility to protect the President of the United States."

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

There’s also a straightforward financial explanation: In a panic, you sell what you can, not what you want.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Her approach this year is simple and straightforward.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Only quite recently historians thought there was a straightforward answer to this question.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton




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