In a manner that directly addresses the core issue or truth, avoiding any ambiguity or roundabout expressions.

With a sharpness or clarity that penetrates to the critical point of a matter, often revealing uncomfortable truths without hesitation.

Expressing something in a straightforward and unmistakable way, emphasizing the lack of any circumlocution.

Acting with a sense of finality, as if to cut away superfluous details and decisively resolve a matter.