simple past tense and past participle of scare straight

(transitive, idiomatic) To frighten (someone) to such a degree that a significant improvement in behavior results.

plural of straight-pull

(chiefly attributive) A bolt action firearm in which the bolt is pulled straight back, without the need for turning.

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see not, see, straight. / (figuratively, colloquial) To be unable to think clearly.

(colloquial) Actual; unambiguous; plain, with no bones about it. / Describing an alcoholic drink which has been served straight up.

Alternative form of straight up

A form of arch in which the intrados is straight, but with its joints drawn radially.

A display of pride in one's heterosexuality (as a reaction to gay pride movements).

Misspelling of dire straits.