idioms involving “straight”

On the straight and narrow

On the correct path, not immoral or illegal

“The CEO refused to consider hiding the company's financial problems because he insisted that they stay on the straight and narrow.”

Straighten out

To correct or fix a problem

“The numbers didn't match up, but the accountant was able to straighten out the books.”

Straighten up

To improve one's behavior

“The production staff has been lax about quality; if they don't straighten up, we will lose another customer.”

Straight as an arrow

Highly moral and ethical

“No one believes that Kamiya-san stole the money; he is straight as an arrow.”

Straight shooter

One who speaks honestly and directly

“If Sasamoto-san said our competitor's product is better than ours, it is. He is a straight shooter.”