Straighten
(verb)
- To make or become straight.
- To put in order; to make neat and tidy.
- To correct or put right.
- To resolve or clarify.
Origin:
Early 16th century (in the sense "make straight"): from straight + -en.
Examples:
- She straightened the picture on the wall.
- He straightened his tie before the interview.
- She straightened out the problem with the customer.
- He straightened his hair with a flat iron.
- The company straightened out the financial problems with the help of a new accountant.