flat out
US /flæt aʊt/
UK /flæt aʊt/
1.
sekuat tenaga, secepat mungkin
as fast or as hard as possible
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He worked flat out to finish the project on time.
Dia bekerja sekuat tenaga untuk menyelesaikan proyek tepat waktu.
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The car was going flat out down the highway.
Mobil itu melaju secepat mungkin di jalan raya.
2.
terus terang, secara terang-terangan
directly and clearly; without hesitation or reservation
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She told him flat out that she wasn't interested.
Dia mengatakan kepadanya terus terang bahwa dia tidak tertarik.
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He denied the accusation flat out.
Dia menyangkal tuduhan itu secara terang-terangan.