flat out
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at the maximum speed
- The athlete sprinted flat out to cross the finish line ahead of the competition.
- The chef worked flat out to prepare a gourmet meal for the large banquet.
- Despite the challenging conditions, the team worked flat out to meet the project deadline.
- The student studied flat out for the upcoming exam, determined to excel.
- The factory operated flat out to fulfill the surge in demand for its products.
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in an unambiguously blunt or direct way, without hesitation, softening, or tact
- She told me flat out that I wasn't qualified for the job.
- He denied the accusations flat out without offering any explanation.
- I asked if she liked the movie, and she said flat out no.
- They refused the offer flat out, saying it was insulting.
- He admitted flat out that he had made a mistake.