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go straight
/ɡoʊ streɪt/◆phrasal verb
proceed without stopping
Go straight for two blocks, then turn left at the traffic light.
Move forward continuously without turning until instructed.
neutral
to move forward in a single direction without deviating or stopping
The GPS told me to go straight for 500 meters.
The navigation system instructed continuous forward movement.
Commonly used in driving directions or instructions requiring linear movement.
Collocations
go straight aheadcontinue forward without turninggo straight toproceed directly to a location
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Directional Clarity
When giving directions, 'go straight' implies no turns until the next instruction. Pair with landmarks (e.g., 'Go straight until you see the blue sign').
Gold Rule
Avoid Ambiguity
Always pair 'go straight' with a distance or landmark to prevent confusion (e.g., 'Go straight for 200 meters' vs. 'Go straight').
Word Origin
Compound of 'go' (Old English 'gān') + 'straight' (Old English 'streht'), first attested in Middle English as a literal directional phrase.
Usage Notes
Primarily used in navigation contexts (e.g., driving, walking) to indicate unobstructed forward motion. Can also imply honesty or directness in metaphorical contexts (e.g., 'go straight to the point').
Word Breakdown
go
to move in a specified direction
verbstraight
in a direct line without deviation
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