1
as in linear
free from irregularities or digressions in course
in the wide, open spaces of the West some rural roads are incredibly straight
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as in honest
conforming to a high standard of morality or virtue
a store owner known and trusted for his straight dealings
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as in pure
free from added matter
would you like that whiskey straight or with soda?
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as in outspoken
free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions
you should be straight with your boss and tell him that you're not happy with the current situation
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as in direct
going straight to the point clearly and firmly
a politician who can never give a straight answer to questions about his positions
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as in sober
not having one's mind affected by alcohol
I'll drive the car, since I seem to be the only one of us who is straight at the moment
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as in consecutive
following one after another without others coming in between
I was awake for two straight days
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as in right
in a direct line or course
when we got to the airport, we went straight to the baggage claim area
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as in openly
in an honest and direct manner
we gave it to him straight: his performance would have to improve—or he was out
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Recent Examples of straight
Amy Hubbard, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2025
Houston has won 13 straight road games, longest active streak in Div.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2025
Maria Correa, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
Zelenskyy arrived in the U.K. on Saturday, straight from his visit to Washington, D.C., in which an Oval Office meeting with Trump and Vice President JD Vance descended into an open argument in front of gathered reporters.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 2 Mar. 2025
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At one point, a storm kept Jackie on her nest for 62 hours straight, sometimes completely covered in snow.
—Amy Hubbard, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2025
Houston has won 13 straight road games, longest active streak in Div.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2025
Adverb
Known for its commitment to natural ingredients and sustainability, this brand brings the lush, green essence of Jeju Island straight to your skincare routine for a fraction of the price.
—Maria Correa, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
Zelenskyy arrived in the U.K. on Saturday, straight from his visit to Washington, D.C., in which an Oval Office meeting with Trump and Vice President JD Vance descended into an open argument in front of gathered reporters.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 2 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straight
Adjective
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The law also requires linear TV providers to use the Advanced Television Systems Committee's (ATSC’s) recommended practices.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
28 Feb. 2025
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New episodes release Fridays, with a linear airing Sundays at 9 p.m. on Showtime.—
Jackie Strause,
The Hollywood Reporter,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Without fair elections, an honest media environment and a credible opposition, voters can’t correct their country’s course at the ballot box, providing competitive authoritarian regimes little incentive to do anything but enrich themselves.—
Elizabeth Shackelford,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2025
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But to be honest the significant immune support is more than enough to keep me taking it.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2025
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The finish is long, pure, and unadulterated, with lingering ripe red fruit notes.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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There will be an all-electric Ferrari by then, and Ferrari’s strategy of hedging its bets by continuing with hybrid and pure internal-combustion drivetrains alongside its new electric model might look prescient.—
Ben Oliver,
Robb Report,
1 Mar. 2025
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Schlossberg, who is late President John F. Kennedy’s grandson and an outspoken Democratic advocate, has previously criticized Kennedy Jr. for being vocal about his anti-vaccine perspective.—
Carly Thomas,
The Hollywood Reporter,
6 Mar. 2025
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In 2010, then-Rep. Ron Paul of Texas was outspoken in his suspicions regarding the gold's whereabouts.—
Emily Chang,
ABC News,
5 Mar. 2025
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The claim: Zelenskyy blocked access to Truth Social in Ukraine A Feb. 20 Threads post (direct link, archive link) claims a social media platform launched years ago by President Donald Trump is no longer available in a certain country.—
Chris Mueller,
USA TODAY,
28 Feb. 2025
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Another had provided direct care to veterans in the behavioral health acute care clinic, which is part of the rehabilitation wing, according to one of the employees who spoke on condition on anonymity.—
Angela Palermo,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Feb. 2025
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The Trump foreign policy doctrine, which goes back to his first term and for which Vance has emerged as an articulate spokesman, is predicated on a sober assessment of the 21st-century geopolitical map.—
Newsweek,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
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The actress praised her son’s ability to stay sober during the process and said that played a big role in him taking control of his mental health.—
Vanessa Etienne,
People.com,
20 Feb. 2025
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What To Know For the second consecutive day, doctors refrained from referring to Francis' condition as critical.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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Kelce, a three-time Super Bowl winner, produced seven consecutive 1,000-yard receiving seasons from 2016 to 2022.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC News,
27 Feb. 2025
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Kansas City built 77,000 homes between 1932 to 1964, right after the Great Depression.—
J.M. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
8 Mar. 2025
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According to a new study on Black business in America, South Florida saw the second highest increase in the number of new Black businesses during that time, right behind the Atlanta metropolitan area.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
8 Mar. 2025
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“Straight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straight. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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