Make no bones about it

Meaning

Speak plainly without hesitation.

Usage

Used when someone is direct or blunt.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Bones were once a euphemism for objections; having none meant no objections.

Recorded in the late 18th century in British English.