straight part
Example Sentences
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The disaster took place on a straight part of the track, which was completely renovated, Puente said, adding that the first train to derail was "practically new", making the accident "extremely strange".
From Barron's ● Jan. 18, 2026
Remember that the straight part is always at the beginning or end of the clue.
From The New Yorker ● Nov. 26, 2019
It is hardly noteworthy these days when he takes on a straight part such as Beautiful Boy.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 13, 2018
Notre Dame has won 14 straight, part of one of the three best starts in school history.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 14, 2012
“You found your rhythm, didn’t you, that third time around. Just as you came into that straight part there.”
From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles
