straights

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

Translation

adj.straight
n.a straight line or course; (cards) a hand in which all the cards are in the same suit; a narrow passage of water connecting two larger bodies of water; a person who is heterosexual

Phrases & Collocations

straight ahead

get straighter

bowling straights

straight line

straight talk

straight on

straight away

straighten up

straights ahead

running straights

Example Sentences

the pool table had several straights, making it easy to sink the eight ball.

he took a straight route to the city center, avoiding the winding roads.

the poker player only played straights and flushes, a risky strategy.

she prefers wearing straight-leg jeans over bootcut styles.

the architect designed a building with clean, straight lines.

he gave a straight answer, even though it wasn't what she wanted to hear.

the runner maintained a straight course throughout the race.

the company followed a straight-forward approach to problem-solving.

the bridge had four straights supporting its massive weight.

the road had several long, straight stretches perfect for speeding.

he delivered a straight, honest assessment of the situation.

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