flat-footed
- adjective
- /flætˈfʊtɪd/
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directo
- And that's because, again, I'm going to have a pretty flat footed response.
Examples
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But even some Republicans who criticized Romney's flat-footed foray into this arena found evidence of the current administration's failings in the tragedy.
Blog text (19) -
The newspaper's flat-footed article directly addressed the politician's controversial statements.
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We're trying to say in a fairly literal, straightforward, flat footed way how the world is OK.
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Those inspirational "quotes" are as flat-footed as the candidate was.
Blog text (16) -
Her flat-footed response to the criticism made her intentions very clear.
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In a flat-footed manner, she refused to compromise on her principles during the debate.
Synonyms
100
3.8
Speaking in a direct, plain way that can sound rude
32
5.5
Being direct and honest when talking or acting
1
6.3
Someone who speaks clearly and honestly without hiding things
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7.9
Showing very direct, harsh behaviour that ignores rules or politeness
Direct and clear without hiding anything
Antonyms
How Direct
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Flat-footed can also mean blunt or very direct. A helpful way to remember this is to imagine someone with both feet planted flat who speaks firmly and without soft words, so their reply feels 'direct' and to the point.