to speak in an honest way without trying to be kind.
This man doesn't pull any punches. I wouldn't like to get into an argument with him
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not pull any punches
To speak very bluntly and directly, without regard to whether one's words may upset someone. Wow, your aunt really doesn't pull any punches. Is my sweatshirt really that ugly?Let me know what you think of the story when you're done, and, please, don't pull any punches.