straighten

Definition

  • verb: to make (something) straight or to become straight
  • verb: to make 'straight'
  • often + 'out'
  • synonyms: straight

Examples

  • Her parents sent her to boarding school to 'straighten' her 'out'.

  • He took time to 'straighten out' the papers on his desk.

  • You need to 'straighten out' your legs for this stretch.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I accepted your settlement, Nicholas. You were right. I'm going sailing. You know, sailing. You're welcome to join our lunch. Maybe we can straighten this out. You remember my wife, Mary Carol, and my daughter-in-law, Kaleigh. Please accept my misguided, uh... (..)
    1997 The Game