blunt reply

Frequency: 7.811.2 per million words

a direct and frank response

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Examples (20)

  • His blunt reply shocked everyone in the room.
  • His blunt reply to the personal question made everyone uncomfortable.
  • When I asked for his opinion, I received a very blunt reply.
  • She gave a blunt reply, making it clear she was not interested.
  • I was hoping for a more diplomatic answer, but all I got was a blunt reply.
  • The CEO's blunt reply to the reporter left no room for misinterpretation.
  • She gave a blunt reply to his inappropriate question.
  • I was surprised by his blunt reply when I asked for help.
  • He is known for his blunt replies, so don't be offended.
  • Sometimes, a blunt reply is necessary to convey the truth effectively.
  • Did you really think such a blunt reply was necessary?
  • Despite its harshness, her blunt reply was ultimately honest.
  • Be prepared for a blunt reply if you ask the boss for a raise now.
  • He offered a rather blunt reply to the committee's detailed proposal.
  • The negotiation failed due to his surprisingly blunt reply.
  • The diplomat chose a blunt reply to emphasize his country's firm stance.
  • Sending such a blunt reply by email was probably not a good idea.
  • Her blunt reply ended the debate abruptly.
  • Her characteristically blunt reply left no room for further argument.
  • Don't expect a polite answer; he's known for his blunt replys.