straight out
The phrase "straight out" emphasizes directness and lack of ambiguity in communication or actions.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)Directly and without hesitation or evasion.
Example
- He told her straight out that he wasn't interested.
B2General
(informal)Completely and unequivocally.
Example
- She was a straight-out supporter of the new policy.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "straight out":
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