straight
straight
streɪt
streit
British pronunciation
/streɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "straight"in English

straight
01

continuing in a direct line without deviation or curvature

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The hikers followed a straight path through the desert.
The hikers followed a straight path through the desert.
1.1

(of hair) having a smooth texture with no natural curls or waves

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Her naturally straight hair required little styling.
He combed his straight bangs to the side.
1.2

positioned vertically with good posture or alignment

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He stood with a straight back during the interview.
Her straight stance impressed the ballet instructor.
1.3

(of a garment) cut in a simple, narrow shape without tapering or widening

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She wore a straight skirt to the office.
The dress had a straight silhouette from shoulder to hem.
1.4

moving or directed with accuracy toward a goal or impact point

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He delivered a straight punch to the bag.
Her shot was straight and fast, hitting the bullseye.
1.5

formed by points equidistant from one another along a single axis

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In geometry, a straight line has no curves.
A straight line is the shortest distance between two points.
1.6

(of an arch) having a level upper surface, rather than curved or pointed

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The old gate had a straight arch above the door.
The building featured straight arches rather than Roman ones.
02

(of an alcoholic drink) served without mixers, ice, or water

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What is "straight"?

Straight is a term used to describe a type of drink that is served without any mixers, ice, or other dilution. This means that the drink is consumed as it is, at room temperature, and without any additional flavorings or ingredients. Straight drinks are most commonly associated with spirits, such as whiskey, vodka, or gin, and are often enjoyed by those who appreciate the pure and unadulterated flavor of the spirit. Drinking a spirit straight allows the full range of flavors and aromas to be experienced, without any interference from mixers or ice. Straight drinks are often consumed as a sipping drink, and are typically enjoyed slowly, allowing the drinker to savor the flavors and aromas.

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He poured himself a straight whiskey.
She took her bourbon straight.
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aligned evenly or in the correct orientation

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He adjusted the picture to make sure it was straight.
Her tie was finally straight after several tries.
04

neatly and properly arranged

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The room was finally straight after hours of cleaning.
The garage looked straight for the first time in months.
05

truthful, direct, and without distortion or deceit

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She gave a straight answer to the question.
I want a straight explanation, not excuses.
5.1

accurate and true, especially in terms of reporting, understanding, or stating information

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She double-checked the figures to make sure the report was straight before submitting it.
The journalist insisted on getting the story straight before publishing anything.
5.2

easy to understand, lacking complication or ambiguity

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It 's a straight choice between two options.
The instructions were straight and easy to follow.
06

(of a look) directed with confidence and firmness

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He gave her a straight look and told the truth.
The dog met my gaze with a straight stare.
07

(of thinking) based on reason and objectivity, free from emotional distortion

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She was always the one with straight thinking in crises.
His straight judgment made him a great mediator.
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focused on realistic or non-humorous content, especially of drama

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The director is known for straight plays.
This is a straight production, not a satire.
09

happening one after another without interruption

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He scored his fifth straight win.
That was her third straight promotion.
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aligned entirely with a single political organization

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He cast a straight ticket in the last election.
Her voting record shows straight allegiance to the party.
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consistent with a defined style or format

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He writes straight news with no personal bias.
The film was a straight horror story.
12

(of a person) attracted to the opposite sex

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He identified as straight.
She came out as straight during college.
13

adhering to accepted standards of behavior or appearance

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He looked straight in his uniform.
She appeared straight, but had a rebellious side.
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having consumed no intoxicants

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He 's been straight for two years now.
She stayed straight the whole night.
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paid solely through one method, typically commission

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He worked on straight commission.
They offered a straight salary instead.
16

(of a tennis match) won without conceding a set

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She won in straight sets.
He secured a straight victory, 6–3, 6–2.
17

(of a person) feeling well or having no issues

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After the call, he seemed straight again.
Just making sure you 're straight.
straight
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in or along a direct line, without bending or deviation

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The ball flew straight into the goal without touching the ground.
She stared straight ahead, not acknowledging the crowd.
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without any detour or diversion

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We drove straight home after the movie.
She came straight from work to the party.
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He answered the question straight, without thinking.
I 'll call her straight once I finish this meeting.
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in or into a level, even, or upright position

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She stood up and pulled her jacket straight.
He tugged the picture frame straight on the wall.
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He sat straight in his chair for the photo.
The soldier stood straight, ready for inspection.
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into correct or proper condition or arrangement

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He stayed behind to set the chairs straight.
I spent the morning putting the house straight after the party.
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in a clear, logical, or mentally sound manner

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After the long exam, I could n't think straight.
Get some rest so you can reason straight in the morning.
05

in an open and honest way, without evasion or embellishment

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He told me straight that I did n't get the job.
She asked me straight whether I was lying.
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She talked for two hours straight.
They studied all night straight for the exam.
07

at a fixed price for each item, regardless of quantity

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The drinks were five dollars straight, no matter the size.
They charged ten bucks straight per ticket.
Straight
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a stretch or portion of something that is not curved or bent, especially the final section of a racetrack

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The horse surged ahead in the straight, leaving the others behind.
He maintained his pace until the final straight of the race.
02

someone who is sexually drawn to people of the opposite sex

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She came out in college but dated a straight for a while before.
He assumed I was a straight, but I corrected him.
03

a person who is conventional, traditional, or socially respectable

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Among all the artists and eccentrics, he was the only straight.
They called him a straight, but he just liked keeping things simple.
04

(poker) a hand consisting of five cards in sequence, regardless of their suit

What is a "straight"?

A straight is a poker hand that consists of five consecutive cards of any suit. For example, a hand with 5 of clubs, 6 of diamonds, 7 of hearts, 8 of spades, and 9 of clubs is a straight. The cards must be in numerical order, but they do not need to be the same suit. A straight is ranked above three of a kind but below a flush in the standard poker hand rankings. If two players have a straight, the one with the highest top card wins. If both have the same top card, the hand is considered a tie.

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He revealed a straight and scooped up the pot.
I was hoping for a flush, but I ended up with a straight.
05

a sequence of successful actions achieving a perfect score or outcome in a game or contest

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She bowled five straights in a row to win the match.
His streak included seven straights in the tournament.
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first place at the finish of a horse race

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The filly secured her first straight after months of training.
Bettors cheered as their pick took the straight.
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