straight as an arrow
The phrase "straight as an arrow" is often used metaphorically to describe directness or integrity.
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Definition
B2General
(figurative)Following a direct path without deviation.
Example
- The road ahead was straight as an arrow.
C1Character
(figurative)Being extremely honest and morally upright.
Example
- Everyone trusted him because he was as straight as an arrow.
C1Sexual Orientation
(informal, slang)Completely heterosexual.
Example
- He described himself as straight as an arrow.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "straight as an arrow":
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