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as in outspoken
free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions
she sometimes was a little too forthright for her own good and ended up saying things that inadvertently offended people
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as in straightforward
going straight to the point clearly and firmly
I appreciate your forthright explanation of the situation
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Recent Examples of forthright
Throughout modern American history, reporters who cover the Pentagon have played an invaluable role shining a light on military actions when the government has not been forthright with the public.
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Amy Kristin Sanders, The Conversation, 16 Oct. 2025
Takaichi was the most forthright among the five candidates in the leadership race over the possibility of renegotiating parts of Japan’s trade deal with the US.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2025
For better or worse, those talking or writing about football tend to be very direct and very forthright.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
On Thursday, Merz adopted a more forthright tone.
—Sebastian Shukla, CNN Money, 25 Sep. 2025
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Amy Kristin Sanders, The Conversation, 16 Oct. 2025
Takaichi was the most forthright among the five candidates in the leadership race over the possibility of renegotiating parts of Japan’s trade deal with the US.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2025
For better or worse, those talking or writing about football tend to be very direct and very forthright.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
On Thursday, Merz adopted a more forthright tone.
—Sebastian Shukla, CNN Money, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forthright
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Her love life, like her work life, according to her most outspoken friend, Littia (singer Inayah), is in shambles, and an invitation to spend the holidays with love interest Colton (Aaron O’Connell) challenges her perspectives on romance.—
Ronda Racha Penrice,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Nov. 2025
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The pair will face the immediate challenge of addressing the controversy over politics that has roiled the firm, at a time when many Silicon Valley venture firms are becoming increasingly outspoken on hot-button political and culture-war issues.—
Allie Garfinkle,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
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According to Blair, the two members on shift would often organize alternative sleeping rotas that left just one individual with a straightforward password and all the power.—
Charlotte Reck,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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In straightforward and compelling prose, Sammy, then 40, tells the story of his vaudeville beginnings, his growth as an entertainer, and his movement through America.—
Questlove,
The Atlantic,
7 Nov. 2025
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But to be honest, the 20th anniversary, in other people’s hands, would not have lured me back.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Nov. 2025
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They’re further accused of honest services wire fraud, a noteworthy charge that has played an instrumental role in the sports world of late.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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For years, fashion companies like Ralph Lauren pulled their products from Macy’s stores to sell more of their products direct to consumers online and at their own stores.—
Phil Wahba,
Fortune,
7 Nov. 2025
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The league then sends out direct notification letters to players, giving them the specific details of the fine and instructions on how to appeal.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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In a candid interview, top real estate agent and founder of SYKES Properties, Erin Sykes, got real about the state of the Florida real estate market.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
8 Nov. 2025
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Mod Sun has been candid about the split in the past.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Dallas has dropped two straight games, most recently losing 110-102 to the Houston Rockets on the road.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Pilots’ comeback While The Pitt had a straight-to-series order, American Blue and How To Survive Without Me are pilots, part of a resurgence of the broadcast development staple.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
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These are two of F1’s most frank drivers — operating in a sphere where the teams want their racers to say as little as possible, while fans just want ever more authentic insight.—
Alex Kalinauckas,
New York Times,
11 Nov. 2025
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During that visit, then Belgian Prime Minister Alexander de Croo urged Francis in unusually frank terms to take concrete action.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Forthright.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forthright. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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