forthrightness

Example Sentences

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“To say we are disappointed by the lack of urgency and forthrightness from the City Attorney’s office is an understatement,” the union’s statement said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Deal makers gain advantage through strategies that don’t necessarily involve transparency and forthrightness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

This read as forthrightness and jurors were visibly engaged throughout his testimony.

From Slate • Apr. 26, 2024

What I did like about this film and the character in regard to race relations, is that there is a forthrightness to Travis.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2024

The photographer had caught her midlaugh, and the defiance of her bared teeth and wide lips gave her face a hint of mischief and forthrightness.

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray