[Idiom] take a cold, hard look

[KSSEEJ]

[FONT=&quot]"A single survey cannot pinpoint all its failings. Even so, it appears the authorities need to[/FONT] take another cold, hard look at schooling."


What is the meaning of " cold, hard look"??

Thanks

 

[5jj]

Their examination must be cool, analytical and critical.

 

[KSSEEJ]

I got it! Thanks so much!