be straightforward
Example Sentences
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Finding cost-basis data can be straightforward in some instances.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 14, 2026
Parents already had that legal right, but Givan told MLAs that "withdrawal must be straightforward, stigma-free and supported."
From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026
"I'm very optimistic personally, but it's not going to be straightforward."
From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026
The formula for hiring a college football coach who can win national titles used to be straightforward.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026
“And you call yourself an agent? Please be straightforward and get to the point, Mr. Jarvis. Do you have any information that hasn’t yet been considered? Something worthy of making me late for work?”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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