Meaning of the word "straighten out" in English
What does "straighten out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
straighten out
US /ˈstreɪtən aʊt/
UK /ˈstreɪtən aʊt/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to make something tidy or organized
Example:
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I need to straighten out my desk before I can start working.
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Can you help me straighten out these papers?
2.
to resolve a problem or misunderstanding
Example:
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We need to meet and straighten out this issue.
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I hope we can straighten out our differences.
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