get something straight

US /ɡet ˈsʌmθɪŋ streɪt/

UK /ɡet ˈsʌmθɪŋ streɪt/

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to clarify or understand something correctly

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Let's get something straight: I'm in charge here.

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I need to get something straight about the project deadline.

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clarify rectify set the record straight clear up straighten out

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straight get to grips with something straight shooter (as) straight as a ramrod get something off the ground get get on