not crooked

Example Sentences

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The cops are scared if they're not crooked.

From Reuters • Jul. 30, 2010

Besides," added Mottly, "it's not crooked; it's only contemptible.

From The Younger Set by Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William)

"Yes," said Joel, "pins, an' good ones, too, not crooked, bent old things."

From The Adventures of Joel Pepper by Sidney, Margaret

They are tall, slim Trees, not crooked old things like you.

From The Junior Classics — Volume 8 Animal and Nature Stories by Patten, William

Now let us plant the seedlings straight; Pleasing to the gods are the ways that are not crooked.

From The Foundations of Japan Notes Made During Journeys Of 6,000 Miles In The Rural Districts As A Basis For A Sounder Knowledge Of The Japanese People by Scott, J.W. Robertson