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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Alan Davies looked down throughout the remarks but both stared straight ahead and showed no emotion as the sentences were handed down.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

The Super Bowl spots will focus on a message of “wellness,” rather than straight ahead product spots with disclaimers listing unpleasant drug side effects.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 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

She tried to sneak glances at the front windows while at the same time making a show of looking straight ahead.

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu

straight ahead

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