What does the cryptic crossword clue "Straightforward refusal? Rubbish (2-8)" mean?

The definition is "Straightforward". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NO (synonym of "refusal?") + NONSENSE (synonym of "Rubbish"); definition: "Straightforward" The answer is NO-NONSENSE.

Straightforward refusal? Rubbish (2-8)

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