straight shooter
The idiom "straight shooter" is commonly used to describe someone known for their honesty and directness.
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Definition
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(idiomatic, informal)A person who is honest and direct in their communication and actions.
Example
- You can trust her opinion; she's a straight shooter.
- As a straight shooter, he never sugarcoats his feedback.
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(idiomatic, informal)Someone who is blunt, sometimes to the point of being harsh or offensive.
Example
- His straight shooter attitude can sometimes come off as rude.
- She’s known as a straight shooter who doesn’t mince words.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "straight shooter":
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