Meaning of the word straightaway in English
What does straightaway mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
straightaway
US /ˈstreɪt̬.əˌweɪ/
UK /ˈstreɪt̬.əˌweɪ/
Noun
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a straight part of a racetrack (= a track on which people or vehicles race) or road:
Example:
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And the runners are just coming up to the straightaway.
Adjective
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A straightaway road or racetrack (= a track on which people or vehicles race) is straight:
Example:
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Up to 1,200 vehicles cram into a straightaway portion of suburban highway to race.
Adverb
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