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Third Person
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Present Participle
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Past Tense
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Past Participle
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to be completely honest with someone, even if the truth is difficult or unpleasant
- The doctor leveled with the patient, explaining the risks and potential complications of the surgery without sugarcoating the reality.
- The manager leveled with the employee about their performance issues, providing specific examples and offering constructive feedback for improvement.
- I'll level with you, the project is facing some unforeseen challenges, but we're working hard to overcome them.
- The friend leveled with the other friend, expressing their concerns about their unhealthy relationship choices.