as in honesty
the free expression of one's true feelings and opinions
his directness is much appreciated by his patients
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Recent Examples of directness
Such directness might be needed from Emery’s side, given the aggression and tightness of the PSG press this season.
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Mark Carey, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2025
Some want directness and stats, some just want to chat about their family.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
However, the Spanish giants can be vulnerable at the back and this is where Saka’s directness will come in handy.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
The variety here is further hamstrung by a vocal approach dominated by a directness that can ping as simplicity.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2025
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Mark Carey, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2025
Some want directness and stats, some just want to chat about their family.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
However, the Spanish giants can be vulnerable at the back and this is where Saka’s directness will come in handy.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
The variety here is further hamstrung by a vocal approach dominated by a directness that can ping as simplicity.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for directness
Noun
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These core values must be upheld with honesty, conviction, and consistency.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Reddit Reacts Reddit users were quick to empathize with the original poster, with many encouraging honesty.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Shifting ground Economic and supply chain experts note that the sincerity of Trump's tariff rates remains uncertain, with many expecting them to be lowered based on negotiations between the Trump administration and individual countries.—
Dylan Butts,Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2025
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While men and women exhibit similar frequencies in over-apologizing, the habit can undermine professional authority and dilute the sincerity of genuine apologies.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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What one person sees as helpful candor, another might experience as harsh criticism.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Edgar’s legacy of courage, candor and stewardship deserves our gratitude.—
John T. Shaw,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Directness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/directness. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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