straighten

Example Sentences

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He straightens it out and enhances its faded colour with careful strokes of a pencil.

From BBC

But when pushed, Roman stares them down and straightens them out, proclaiming — with a confidence that should frighten them — “I’m John.”

From New York Times

As McCourt straightened up against the fence, Zingano fired off a big knee that immediately opened a huge cut on her opponent.

From BBC

“I wouldn’t say that I feel like a Ukrainian Jedi, but sometimes this phrase reminds me to straighten my shoulders and keep working.”

From Seattle Times

But a few moments later, he straightened back up and revealed his balancing pole, which was now affixed with several lit candles.

From Washington Post