straighten
verb (used with or without object)
to make or become straight in direction, form, position, character, conduct, condition, etc. (often followed by up orout ).
has straightened
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present perfectof straighten (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Now that the couple has straightened out their identity issues, their bond is stronger than ever — and so are their relationships with Palmer’s two adult daughters.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2025
People will also be watching to see if the electoral commission has straightened out the problems which in 2017 led to the annulment of the initial election result and the whole thing being re-run.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2022
But he thinks he has straightened it all out.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 17, 2022
Becoming more active has straightened out my health problems and helped me achieve better work-life balance.
From Slate ● Apr. 7, 2021
Mother has straightened the drawer and the disc is not where I left it.
From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson
