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Meanings of straightforward in English

Without evasion or compromise.

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Usage of straightforward in English
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As information goes, such terms are specific and straightforward-andtherefore pretty useful.
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However, the Russian operation wasn't as straightforward as simply supporting Mr Trump.
News.com.au
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Accounting students sat a straightforward and uncomplicated higher level paper, teachers said.
The Irish Times
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He said with a smile: It is very, very straightforward, no problem.
The Irish Times
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It's a fundamental question and the straightforward answer is I don't know.
The Irish Times
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Ten years ago Arsenal proved that changing grounds is not so straightforward.
The Guardian
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It's a simple enough question, but the answer is not so straightforward.
The Irish Times
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I had one simple and straightforward question about the new Toyota Yaris.
Independent.ie
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Up in Scotland, however, yesterday's portion of plot was far less straightforward.
The Irish Times
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Those epidemics involved relatively straightforward and simple things- aproductand a message.
The tipping point: how little things can make a big difference
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Anyone who gave me a straightforward answer wouldn't have taken the job.
The forever war
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In other areas of life, access to information is often more straightforward.
The Guardian
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In terms of straightforward competence, he was certain the answer was no.
The accident man
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Our position on institutions for the six counties is clear and straightforward.
The Irish Times
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Ms Balpe said getting aid to the island may not be straightforward.
Radio NZ
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But turning the concept of integration into reality is not always straightforward.
The Guardian
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