answer bluntly

Frequency: 6.89.5 per million words

To give a response to a question in a very direct and unvarnished way.

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  • When asked about the project's failure, he answered bluntly, "We ran out of money."
  • She answered my question bluntly, leaving no room for misinterpretation.
  • To be frank, I will answer bluntly if you ask for my honest opinion.
  • The politician was known for answering questions bluntly during press conferences.
  • Why did you feel the need to answer so bluntly? A little tact would have been appreciated.
  • The general answered bluntly that the mission was a complete failure.
  • Forgive me for answering so bluntly, but your plan is not feasible.
  • Sometimes, it's better to answer bluntly than to give someone false hope.
  • He was tired of the evasions and demanded that she answer his question bluntly.
  • The inquiry was answered bluntly by the committee, stating there would be no further investigation.