跟罗大卫学英语（12）
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1.to set (or put) someone straight – to correct someone’s mistake, make sure they know the facts. The student thought that there were only 2 territories in Canada but the teacher set him straight. (in fact, there are 3)
[纠正某人的错误，确保他们清楚事实]——学生们以为加拿大只有两个自治区，老师纠正了他们的错误。（事实上，加拿大有三个自治区。）
2.straight up – undiluted, unmixed (esp. used for alcohol).He drinks whiskey straight up (no water, cola etc.)
[纯的、未经稀释的（尤其指酒精）]——他喝未经稀释的威士忌酒。
3.a straight arrow – a person who lives an honest, sober life.That guy would never think of cheating a customer.He’s such a straight arrow.
[诚实坦率的人]——那家伙永远不会欺骗客户。他是个诚实坦率的人。
4.a straight face – showing no hint of a smile or laugh, esp, when telling a joke.You can never tell when he’s pulling your leg.He can tell a funny story or joke with a straight face.She couldn’t keep a straight face.
[一本正经，尤其用来形容讲笑话的时候]——你没法分辨他什么时候在开玩笑。他能一本正经地讲笑话。可她却做不到。
5.a straight shooter – someone who states bluntly what they think.You always know where you stand with her.She’s such a straight shooter.
[正直的人、直爽的人]——和她在一起，你永远清楚自己的立场是什么。她是个非常正直的人。
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