Her mellifluous voice gave nothing away, but it was her only direct answer all day.
Times, Sunday Times
Each time she dodged giving a direct answer, instead sticking to her line.
Times, Sunday Times
When this question crops up, and trust me, it will, nothing but a direct answer will suffice.
Times, Sunday Times
The only direct answer that he could give was that he wanted his full fee.
The Sun
I'm caught off guard and often avoid a direct answer.
Christianity Today