straight talk

Example Sentences

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After a question about plans should his successor, Kevin Warsh, not be confirmed by then, Powell offered some straight talk, including about the Department of Justice probe of him.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

The original Arthur Andersen, who co-founded the accounting firm in 1913, was famous for his advice, “Think straight, talk straight.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025

So, the two arrived at a final compromise: A combination of both that had plenty of romance for Sally and all of Harry’s no-frills straight talk.

From Salon • Dec. 17, 2025

Rest assured Shanice’s Michelle will tell Barack how she feels — without worrying in the least whether he can handle her straight talk.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2025

Just straight talk from a couple of Harlem’s old guard.

From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz