directness

Idioms (4)

• beat around the bush Informal · CEFR B2
  To avoid talking about the main point directly.
• cut to the chase Informal · CEFR B2
  To get to the important point without wasting time.
• take the bull by the horns Neutral · CEFR B2
  To deal with a difficult situation directly and bravely.
• call a spade a spade Informal · CEFR B2
  to speak plainly and directly, even bluntly