straight
Example Sentences
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Scotney's best work came in the sixth, landing three hooks on Flores' chin, but the Mexican walked straight through them.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
He was watching it once a week for a month straight.
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
Worries about Fed rate hikes and souring earnings expectations could easily trip up the market for a second straight month.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
There are players on this team that have made four straight trips to the Sweet 16 and consecutive trips to the Final Four.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
She was absolutely still, looking straight ahead over the dog.
From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen
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