direct question
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Well, you certainly know how to ask a direct question.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026
“I tried to come up with the most direct question possible.”
From Salon • Sep. 3, 2025
“If you ask her a direct question, she’ll give you a direct answer.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 14, 2024
He did not respond to a direct question about how much it cost, but said the amounts being "bandied around are ridiculous".
From BBC • May 27, 2024
It does matter that there’s no question mark on a direct question.
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