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to straighten
01
to make something no longer bent or curved
Transitive: to straighten sth
Examples
The tailor straightened the hem of the dress to ensure it hung evenly.
He used a ruler to straighten the crooked line he had drawn.
02
to extend or move something in one direction without any bends or curves
Transitive: to straighten sth
Examples
She straightened the ribbon, carefully pulling it taut to create a neat and uniform bow.
The farmer straightened the fence posts, aligning them in a perfect row along the field boundary.
2.1
to be extended or move in a single direction without curving or bending
Intransitive
Examples
After the storm, the tree branches slowly straightened, reaching towards the sky once more.
As the heat expanded the metal, the warped fence rail began to straighten under the pressure.
03
to change the position of one's own body in a way that it is not bent
Transitive: to straighten one's body
Examples
After sitting for hours at his desk, he stood up to straighten his back and stretch his legs.
As she prepared for the race, the runner took a moment to straighten her posture and focus her breathing.
04
to tidy up or organize things or places
Transitive: to straighten a place or objects
Examples
After the chaotic party, she straightened the living room.
Before the meeting, he straightened his office, clearing clutter from his desk and arranging papers in folders.
