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POINT-BLANK

(adverb, adj.sat)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Point-Blank.

Point-Blank - as an adverb

In a direct and unequivocal manner

Example: "I asked him point-blank whether he wanted the job"

Point-Blank - as an adjective satellite

Characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

Example: "Blunt talking and straight shooting"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blunt7candid10forthright20frank12free-spokenoutspoken15plainspoken19straight-from-the-shoulder

Close enough to go straight to the target

Example: "Point-blank range"

Example Sentences

"He made a point-blank refusal to go on the trip."
"She asked him a point-blank question about his intentions."
"The detective gave a point-blank statement regarding the crime."
"He spoke to her in point-blank terms about their relationship."
"The student received a point-blank rejection from the university."
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Is POINT-BLANK a valid Scrabble word?
No, point-blank is NOT valid for Scrabble
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Is POINT-BLANK a valid Words With Friends word?
No, point-blank is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
POINT-BLANK is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is POINT-BLANK a valid WordFeud word?
No, point-blank is NOT valid for WordFeud
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POINT-BLANK is not a valid WordFeud word.

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