straight-backed

[US]/[ˈstreɪtˌbækt]/
[UK]/[ˈstreɪtˌbækt]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Having a straight posture; upright.; Firm and upright in character or behavior.

Phrases & Collocations

straight-backed posture

standing straight-backed

straight-backed chair

be straight-backed

sat straight-backed

look straight-backed

quite straight-backed

becoming straight-backed

straight-backed figure

maintained straight-backed

Example Sentences

she sat straight-backed, listening intently to the speaker.

the dancer maintained a straight-backed posture throughout the performance.

he gave a straight-backed nod of agreement to the proposal.

the general stood straight-backed and resolute before his troops.

despite the long journey, she remained straight-backed and composed.

he adopted a straight-backed stance to appear more confident.

the queen sat straight-backed on her throne, surveying her kingdom.

the young student sat straight-backed at his desk, eager to learn.

the actor delivered his lines with a straight-backed and dignified presence.

she practiced yoga to improve her posture and become more straight-backed.

the judge sat straight-backed behind the bench, listening to the case.

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