Phrases Conversational Starters and Small Talk

Let's not beat around the bush.

C2

Meaning

Let's be direct and honest.

Example sentences

John: There's something I need to tell you.

Alice: Okay, I'm listening.

John: Let's not beat around the bush. The project is failing.

Alice: I know things haven't been going well. Thanks for being direct; Let's not beat around the bush, we need a plan B.