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direct question

British

noun

a question asked in direct speech, such as Why did you come? Compare indirect question

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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

Play resumed for a few seconds before she stepped in once more with a direct question.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 30, 2023

The Allens never ask me a direct question, and Wes is very talkative by nature, so it’s an easy dinner.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick

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