blunt
Example Sentences
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He calmed his nerves, he said, by giving himself a blunt pep talk - a move typical of the man who inspired many GIFs with his trademark pointing of the finger towards his temple.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
They do, however, suggest that the current definition of B12 deficiency may be too blunt for brain health.
From Science Daily • May 22, 2026
When our conversation strays into this territory, he turns blunt.
From Salon • May 15, 2026
Puzder is quick to support the president’s views, often in blunt terms.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
The old dog ate, crunching the bones ravenously with his blunt teeth.
From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford
Vocabulary lists containing blunt
The ACT Reading Test: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 1
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The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 8
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