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call a spade a spade

Idiom Honesty

Meaning

to speak honestly and directly, even if it’s unpleasant

Example Sentences

"She always calls a spade a spade, no matter who gets offended."

Related Expressions

keep your head up

to remain confident and strong during hardships

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In a situation that is unknown or unfamiliar.

keep your nose to the grindstone

to work hard and continuously

tap into

to make use of a resource or ability

hit a snag

to face an unexpected problem or obstacle

get away with murder

to do something very bad without being punished for it