Definitions

straight ahead

[streyt-uh-hed] / ˈstreɪt əˌhɛd /

ADJECTIVE

direct

Synonyms

STRONGEST

continuous

STRONG

even right straight true

WEAK

beeline horizontal in bee line in straight line linear nonstop not crooked point-blank shortest straightaway through unbroken unswerving

Antonyms

WEAK

changing deviating intermittent interrupted varying

Example Sentences

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Asked if he can take solace for the way from the team has played, goalie Anton Forsberg, who was outstanding in his first two career playoff games, stared straight ahead.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

"He's not got time to look left or right. He's got to be fully focused on straight ahead and the next game, and trying to be as good as he can be."

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Men stood looking straight ahead with stunned, damp eyes.

From Barron's • Jan. 1, 2026

In later scenes, when the Shakers are established and actively recruiting in America, the worshipers march in straight lines and concentric circles, all while lightly tapping their shoulders, crossing their arms and looking straight ahead.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2025

I stare straight ahead, not bothering to wipe the tears running down both cheeks.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish

straight ahead

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