straight

Example Sentences

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The shortest distance between two points is a straight line, and racers aim to take the shortest and most direct route to the finish line.

From Los Angeles Times

Rather than following suit, Banton put away his trademark shot - he tried it once to Watt early on, but never again - and instead targeted straight boundaries.

From BBC

Estée Lauder’s Asia Pacific sales have fallen for three straight years.

From Barron's

It was Chiles’ fourth straight 10 on floor and fifth perfect score this season.

From Los Angeles Times

The film boldly contemplates the atmosphere of Brontë’s novel with both a straight face and a sense of humor.

From Salon