bluffly

/ˈblʌfli/
adverb
  1. In a direct, honest, and often blunt or abrupt manner, without trying to be polite or subtle.
    • He spoke bluffly, telling his friend exactly what he thought of the plan.
    • The coach bluffly announced that the team had to work much harder to win.
    • She answered bluffly, not caring if her words hurt anyone's feelings.
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