level with (one)
level with (one)
To be honest with one, especially after having been deceitful or not completely truthful or forthcoming. I'm going to level with you, OK? I'm not who you think I am. Jesse, you need to level with us so we can help you. We're on your side, but you need to tell us the truth.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
level with someone (about someone or something)
Fig. to be straightforward with someone about something; to be sincere or truthful about someone or something. The police encouraged the criminal to level with them about the crime. Level with me, and tell me what you thought of my cake.
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McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
level with someone
Speak frankly and openly to someone, as in His companions advised him to level with the customs inspector. [Colloquial; early 1900s] Also see on the level.
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The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
level with someone
in. to speak truly and honestly with someone. Okay, I’m gonna level with you. This thing is a steal at this price!
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McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions
- be not cut out for something
- be not (oneself)
- address (one's) comments to (someone or something)
- address comments or remarks to
- address (one's) remarks to (someone or something)
- be in it for
- (the) odds are against (something)
- away from it all
- be out of (one's) head
- be at a disadvantage