straight
Example Sentences
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But a handful still survive — routes that don’t carve a straight line but follow the meandering, undulating contours of the land.
From Los Angeles Times
It is an abandoned hamlet in the middle of the Welsh countryside, that could be straight from a post-apocalyptic horror movie.
From BBC
Drivers will be backing off towards the end of straights - and being careful about when they apply the throttle - to ensure the most efficient energy usage, even on a qualifying lap.
From BBC
Factory orders have now climbed for four straight months.
Former champions Australia and England are also strong contenders to lift the trophy and deny holders India the title for a record second straight time.
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
