straighten

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Visualizing the problem in your head, you straighten the text, bold the faded equation, connect it to the page in the textbook.

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He straightens and smooths his hair back into place over his head, and his eyes lock on mine.

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Clare straightened, trying to project a confidence he did not feel.

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But whether she was too nervous to do a thorough job or whether there was a more mysterious explanation, she straightened up empty-handed.

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She flung the gum in the stove and resumed her stance, straightened her skirts, and folded her hands before her.

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