1
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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3
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 straight
in an honest and direct manner
she finally told him straightforward that she wasn't interested in a date
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Recent Examples of straightforward
Melissa Sierra, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
The logic of the intelligence cutoff is straightforward, if misbegotten.
—The Editors, National Review, 11 Mar. 2025
Bre Richey, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2023
For starters, microsites keep the user journey straightforward: one action and one outcome.
—Steve Ohanians, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2023
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Finding The Beauty Of The Journey Leadership and professional growth are rarely straightforward.
—Melissa Sierra, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
The logic of the intelligence cutoff is straightforward, if misbegotten.
—The Editors, National Review, 11 Mar. 2025
Adverb
Available at Amazon [ Moby Ring Sling ] Not only is this ring sling straightforward to slip on, it’s designed to evenly distribute your baby’s weight across your back, shoulders and hips for optimal support.
—Bre Richey, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2023
For starters, microsites keep the user journey straightforward: one action and one outcome.
—Steve Ohanians, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straightforward
Adjective
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Liz was not interested in doing a direct replica of her novel.—
Chris Gardner,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Mar. 2025
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Though the drive takes slightly over two hours, the drive from Managua is just as long, and the Guanacaste airport offers numerous direct flights from cities across the United States.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Pulling It All Together The traditional concept of climbing the corporate ladder has given way to a more dynamic and strategic approach—one that resembles navigating a rock wall rather than ascending a rigid, linear structure.—
Jason Richmond,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Peacock will stream all linear content as well as additional digital-only USATF programming.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Olivia Culpo is getting honest about what happened during the first trimester of her pregnancy.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
19 Mar. 2025
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Encourage candidates to ask questions and provide honest answers.—
Rebecca Skilbeck,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Porsha’s very obvious absence.m As the party moves outside for the big surprise, Shamea gets the ultimate birthday flex—a Rolls-Royce Cullinan.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
18 Mar. 2025
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The impetus behind the spending boost—hundreds of billions of dollars in two separate packages—is obvious.—
David Axe,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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However, his plans to go straight are threatened when his final heist spirals out of control, pulling him into a deadly game of survival against ruthless criminals—including the unhinged Bats (Jamie Foxx) and the wild coupling of Buddy (Jon Hamm) and Darling (Eiza González).—
Travis Bean,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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Jordon Hudson, 24, Says ‘Love Is Not to Be Judged’ in Lengthy Valentine’s Day Post to Boyfriend Bill Belichick, 72 In one image, Hudson gracefully extends her left leg straight in the air with toes pointed.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Personal style is all about texture, and so for me, adding texture through an accessory, like a leather belt or gold jewelry, helps make your outfits feel less plain.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
15 Mar. 2025
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Food rationing in the U.K. only ended in 1954, when Twiggy was 5 years old, and her generation lived on simple, plain home cooking.—
Samantha Conti,
WWD,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The actress, whose big break came in another big musical, the remake of West Side Story, has drawn her own controversy for being a little bit outspoken, there is that.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
20 Mar. 2025
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Duckworth, herself a disabled veteran, has been particularly outspoken, calling the Administration’s actions a betrayal.—
Nik Popli,
TIME,
20 Mar. 2025
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Fears of a possible constitutional crisis are on the rise following an apparent standoff between Donald Trump and a federal judge after the president was ordered to stop deportation flights traveling to El Salvador.—
The Editors,
The Atlantic,
22 Mar. 2025
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No rhyme, reason, or apparent causality except that computers are just [unprintable expletives].—
Nate Anderson,
Ars Technica,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Straightforward.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straightforward. Accessed 27 Mar. 2025.
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