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.
• a heterosexual person.

In slang usage, the term also refers to:

• 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.

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