Straight-from-the-shoulder (Adjective)
Meaning
Characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion; "blunt talking and straight shooting"; "a blunt New England farmer"; "I gave them my candid opinion"; "forthright criticism"; "a forthright approach to the problem"; "tell me what you think--and you may just as well be frank"; "it is possible to be outspoken without being rude"; "plainspoken and to the point"; "a point-blank accusation".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Her straight-from-the-shoulder remark didn't help ease the tension at the meeting.
- The coach's straight-from-the-shoulder speech motivated the team to perform better.
- Despite being a diplomat, he was known for his straight-from-the-shoulder approach to negotiations.
- Her straight-from-the-shoulder attitude was reflected in her straightforward advice.
- The journalist's straight-from-the-shoulder questions were often criticized by her opponents, but she didn't back down.