straight-ahead
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of straight-ahead
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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“My mother looked straight ahead, and then she turned and smiled at me,” he says.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
It usually advances gradually, but over time it can damage central vision, making it harder to see faces, read, drive, or focus on objects straight ahead.
From Science Daily • May 27, 2026
Men stood looking straight ahead with stunned, damp eyes.
From Barron's • Jan. 1, 2026
Some athletes offer a small smile and wave, others stare straight ahead, totally in the zone.
From BBC • Sep. 10, 2025
I kept looking back over my shoulder at what had been our home, but Sass stared straight ahead.
From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan
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