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as in direct
going straight to the point clearly and firmly
a straightforward account of the football game with no digressions or personal comments
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2
as in linear
free from irregularities or digressions in course
the missile continued on its straightforward path toward the enemy's command post
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as in honest
free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions
I want you to be straightforward with me and tell me if this dress looks awful
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as in obvious
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
the distinction between the two types of offenses is pretty straightforward
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also straightforwards
as in openly
in an honest and direct manner
she finally told him straightforward that she wasn't interested in a date
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28 June 2026
For anyone who has been thinking about learning a new language—or several—this deal offers a straightforward alternative to recurring subscription costs.
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Some discounts are straightforward.
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There are a lot of filmmakers who can do it in a more straightforward way.
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The most straightforward theory of motivation is known as self-determination theory, founded by Edward Deci and Richard Ryan.
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David Brooks,
The Atlantic,
28 June 2026
For anyone who has been thinking about learning a new language—or several—this deal offers a straightforward alternative to recurring subscription costs.
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Stackcommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
28 June 2026
Some discounts are straightforward.
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FOXNews.com,
27 June 2026
There are a lot of filmmakers who can do it in a more straightforward way.
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straightforward
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Rabies can also be transmitted through direct contact with brain or nervous system tissue from an infected animal.
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Reliable plasma diagnostics are considered a key requirement because direct measurements inside fusion reactors become increasingly difficult as temperatures and neutron radiation levels rise.
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For brides drawn to the cleaner, portrait‑style elegance seen in Sperling’s wedding gown, Wickstead offered parallel lines in Italian duchesse and silk mikado with off‑the‑shoulder necklines, elongated torsos and linear trains.
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Yet, the transition from teenage phenom to professional mainstay has been anything but a linear ascent.
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Refine a portfolio piece, build a small prototype, or share a draft with someone who gives honest notes.
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County officials have repeatedly warned that fraudulent claims take money away from public services and shift the tax burden to honest taxpayers.
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The teenage phenom is able to complement his obvious technical skills with a flair and maturity in high-pressure situations that is well beyond his years.
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This was most obvious during Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour, when brands capitalized on all things Taylor — friendship bracelets, themed drinks and even concert outfits.
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Both of the soon-to-be newlyweds have talked openly about wanting to have kids.
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On top of that, Kelce appeared on the cover of GQ magazine and spoke openly about his and Swift’s relationship for the first time with a major publication.
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The Angels have lost five straight and 11 of 17 since June 17.
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On a night he was named an All-Star for the third straight season and 10th time in his career, pitcher Chris Sale led the Braves in an 14-3 blasting of the Mets on Saturday at Truist Park.
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The experience of Jack Ma illustrates the limits imposed on entrepreneurs who become too powerful or politically outspoken.
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The fact his reputation around the league points to him being outspoken cooled his value.
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This comes after dozens of leading Mexican sports outlets reported the time change — after apparent briefing — as did the BBC, which has rights to the game in the UK.
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Anybody who is anybody is making their way to New York’s Madison Square Garden dressed to the nines in an apparent march to get to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding.
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“Straightforward.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straightforward. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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