end straightforwardly

[/end ˈstreɪtˈfɔrwərdli/]
verb phrase
terminar diretamente; encerrar de forma clara e direta
1. to conclude or finish something in a direct, honest, and uncomplicated manner without evasion or complications
He decided to end straightforwardly by telling her the truth about what happened.
Ele decidiu terminar diretamente contando a verdade sobre o que aconteceu.
2. to bring a matter to a conclusion clearly and plainly without ambiguity
The meeting ended straightforwardly with a clear decision from management.
A reunião encerrou de forma direta com uma decisão clara da administração.
In both Brazilian and American business cultures, ending straightforwardly is valued as a sign of respect and professionalism. In Brazil, direct communication in formal settings is increasingly appreciated, though personal relationships may still involve more elaborate closures. In the USA, straightforward endings are generally expected in professional contexts.
NYC Slang
keep it real and bounce; wrap it up straight
Synonyms / Sinônimos
end plainlyfinish clearlyconclude directlyterminate honestly
Antonyms / Antônimos
end ambiguouslyconclude evasivelyfinish indirectlyterminate vaguely

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
terminar diretamente; encerrar de forma direta
Common in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
acabar na boa; terminar sem rodeios
More colloquial usage
São Paulo
finalizar diretamente; encerrar claramente
More formal business usage
Portugal
terminar diretamente; acabar de forma clara
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese with slight vocabulary variations

Related Words

straightforwarddirectlyplainlyhonestlyconcludeterminatefinish

Related Idioms & Phrases

cut to the chase
get straight to the point
no beating around the bush
call a spade a spade
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