verb as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:He tried to straighten out his finances and get back on his feet after losing his job.

Definition:To become or make someone better physically, mentally, or morally

From straighten out

Example:She decided to straighten up and take responsibility for her actions.

Definition:To correct or improve a situation or to change one’s behavior

From straighten up

Example:The nurse asked the patient to straighten up her arm so she could check the IV.

Definition:To position an arm or leg to be in an upright or proper orientation

From straighten up (an) arm/leg