don't beat around the bush

Meaning: Get staight to the point.
Origin: This saying originated in the 15th century when men started using it to describe that they souldn't masterbate or "beat" when a "bush" or vagina is around. Instead, they should just "get to the point" and have sexual intercousre.

Bob: "Well ... I kinda ... maybe ... sorta ..."
Jim: "Don't beat around the bush and just tell me!"
Jon: "Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!"
Josh: "True that!"

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