To decide at random by drawing (selecting randomly between) straws, sticks, etc., one of which differs from the others (typically by being shorter), held in a person's hand so as to conceal which is the different one. Typically, whoever draws the short straw must complete some undesirable task.

(idiomatic) To guess randomly or pursue any apparent option, due to a lack of clear choices or information. / (idiomatic) To get hold of any help, even if it is insignificant.

plural of drinking straw

plural of silly straw

Alternative form of grasp at straws

Alternative form of grasp at straws

plural of sampling straw

plural of cheese straw

plural of onion straw

plural of bendy straw