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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
Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2025
Understandably, the mood was light: The Marlins had just claimed their sixth win in eight tries and second straight series victory, while Alcantara — in his second start after a wretched first half of 2025 — just posted one of his best outings of the season.
—Cameron Priester, Sun Sentinel, 24 July 2025
Alexis Kayser, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 July 2025
The video captures retro, VHS-style footage of the Mexican trio performing the sad song with Apollo in a nightclub straight from your tío‘s album of photos from his bailador days.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2025
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Pacheco topped the Chiefs in rushing in 2022 (830 yards) and 2023 (935), and his draft class helped KC win nine straight playoff games before falling in last season’s Super Bowl.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2025
Understandably, the mood was light: The Marlins had just claimed their sixth win in eight tries and second straight series victory, while Alcantara — in his second start after a wretched first half of 2025 — just posted one of his best outings of the season.
—Cameron Priester, Sun Sentinel, 24 July 2025
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—Alexis Kayser, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 July 2025
The video captures retro, VHS-style footage of the Mexican trio performing the sad song with Apollo in a nightclub straight from your tío‘s album of photos from his bailador days.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straight
Adjective
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Tucked around a partition wall sporting a two-way linear fireplace is a kitchen outfitted with sleek Poliform cabinetry, an eat-in island, and Miele, Wolf, and Sub-Zero appliances.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
2 Aug. 2025
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Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, the business has ownership and interests in linear television networks, digital and mobile programming, broadband platforms, multiple web sites, joint-venture businesses and several licensing relationships.—
Bruce Martin,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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This is a great way to spot medical fraud or an honest human error like a miscoding of services.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Rebuilding company trust requires honest leadership, true accountability and a thorough examination of the company’s values — and whether they’re being lived or merely listed on the company website.—
Alyshia Hull,
USA Today,
29 July 2025
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Li Auto's first pure electric sport utility vehicle, the Li i8, comes in three variations, priced between 321,800 and 369,800 yuan ($44,700 and $51,400).—
Victoria Yeo,
CNBC,
4 Aug. 2025
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Stripped of glamour, his dissolution produces a kind of glamour of its own: that of pure addiction, the allure of never saying no.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
4 Aug. 2025
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A week later, following speculation by critics and outspoken celebrities that this was a politically motivated move, Paramount obtained FCC approval for an $8.4 billion merger with Skydance Media.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
30 July 2025
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The outspoken tech tycoon has made waves across the government with his new Department of Government Efficiency, which has slashed jobs and forced employees back into the office.—
Beck Andrew Salgado,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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And on especially hot days, make sure your container gardens aren’t sitting in the direct sun.—
Andrea Beck,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Aug. 2025
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Officers will help with traffic flow and direct vehicles during morning dropoff and afternoon pickup at Catawba Ridge High, Fort Mill Middle and Fort Mill, River Trail and Riverview Elementary schools.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Aug. 2025
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After restoring his reputation, getting sober, sending his daughter to ballet school, and saving golf from the clutches of Frank Manatee's Maxi Golf league, Happy (Adam Sandler) is last seen waving goodbye to his kids and taking a moment to acknowledge his heavenly ghosts.—
Lauren Huff Published,
EW.com,
25 July 2025
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For court fashioned custody and visitation orders, the length of time a parent is sober is a good predictor of future sobriety.—
Patricia Fersch,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Temperatures were cool and rain free for the second consecutive day in Chicago, optimal festival going conditions and a rare respite from an otherwise sweltering Windy City summer.—
Jim Ryan,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Rodríguez had no margin for error with the bases loaded and threw four consecutive fastballs to Ronny Mauricio, striking him out with a 100.1 mph four-seamer at the knees.—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
2 Aug. 2025
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The dog is five feet and is perfect for setting up right next to your other decor.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 July 2025
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Include the names of those in the photos from left to right along with the photo credit and permission from the photographer to use the photo in The San Diego Union-Tribune.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 July 2025
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“Straight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straight. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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