Done in a direct manner; blunt.

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  • From a technique for delivering a strong punch:
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Submitted on September 01, 2009

Additional definitions for 'straight from the shoulder':

Straight from the ShoulderTo be telling something frankly and honestly, not lying about anything, to be candid or just with someone
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