English Explanatory Dictionary

play it straight

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To behave in a manner that is straightforward, honest, or sincere.
  2. To perform a role in a manner that is not comedic or exaggerated.
  3. To avoid criminal behavior.

Pronunciation

En-au-play it straight.ogg

Word forms

play it straight plays it straight playing it straight played it straight

Synonyms

go straight

Related words

play fair play by the rules play the game straight play straight shooter
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