not mince words

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not mince words

to say what you mean as clearly and simply as possible Tom didn't mince any words - he told us right at the beginning of the meeting that he was quitting his job.

Usage notes: sometimes used in the form mince words (to say something that is not clear): The report minces words, trying not to offend anyone.

See also: mince, word

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