Straight
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The word straight may refer to:
- the quality or state of extending in one direction without turns, bends or curves; or being without influence or interruption.
- the personal character of displaying honesty or fairness.
- In poker, a straight is a hand containing five cards in sequential order.
In slang usage, the term also refers to:
- a heterosexual person.
- the state of sobriety.
- abstaining from the use of, or being free from the effects of drugs, especially recreational drugs.
- not being engaged in criminal activity. "Going straight" refers to a person deciding to no longer engage in criminal activity.
- a member of the straight edge subculture.